A stunning and moving novel from a master storyteller - featuring the bravest dog in the world . . .

'A superb animal tale, in the same vein as War Horse' Guardian

Never has Aman needed a friend more than when a springer spaniel appears before him one day. The dog becomes a constant companion, a shadow, and that's what Aman decides to call her.

But life in Afghanistan is becoming more dangerous by the moment, and eventually Aman and Shadow must find the courage to leave. But how far can Shadow lead them? And in this terrifying new world, is anywhere really safe?

Set in the Afghanistan war, the heartwarming story of a boy and a dog, from the bestselling author of War Horse

About the Author

Michael Morpurgo OBE is one of Britain's best-loved writers for children, and has sold more than 35 million books around the world. He has written more than 150 novels and won many prizes, including the Smarties Prize, the Whitbread Award and the Blue Peter Book Award, while several of his books have been adapted for stage and screen, including the global theatrical phenomenon War Horse. Michael was Children's Laureate from 2003 to 2005, and founded the charity Farms for City Children with his wife, Clare. He was knighted in 2018 for services to literature and charity.

Reviews

'Morpurgo's warmth and humanity suffuse a story of courage, love and hope' The Times

'A superb, topical animal tale in the same vein as War Horse'Guardian

'Passionate and touching' Julia Eccleshare

Book Information
ISBN 9780008638566
Author Michael Morpurgo
Format Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint HarperCollins
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Weight(grams) 260g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 30mm