An action-packed story about a boy’s experience
of slavery in Britain.
Winner of the Little Rebels Children’s Book Award
2019
“Filled with humour, compassion and hope”
The Guardian
Nathaniel doesn’t want to move to England with his master’s
family, leaving behind his mother and sister on the Jamaican
plantation.
But then he remembers what his mother told him: once a slave sets
foot on English soil, they’re free. Perhaps he can earn
his fortune and buy his family’s freedom, too...
Bursting with action and vibrant characters
With real events and historical figures woven into the story
Perfect for teaching children aged 8+ about the slaev trade in
Britain
Kids will love this hilarious fairy tale adventure packed with clever twists, familiar characters and page-turning fun.
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
Catherine Johnson is a born-and-bred Londoner who no longer lives in London but by the sea. She studied film at Central Saint Martins School of Art; the fantastic time she had there made up for school, which was horrible. She has written many books for young readers, and her recent novel, Sawbones, published by Walker Books, won the Young Quills Award for hi
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