Title overview
From the author of The Girl Who Stole an Elephant comes another brilliant escapade. The fourth thrilling adventure set in a fictional Sri Lanka is jam-packed with peril, thieves and a terrifying bear!A boy and a bear meet, become friends and have the adventure of their lives!
Nuwan works at the library, delivering books. One day, he accidentally takes away a very valuable key that’s been hidden inside one of the books, and in the process thwarts the plans of some very dangerous thieves. On the run, he hides in a cave, only to discover in the middle of the night that he is sharing it with a big, hairy, terrifying bear!
Have you read these exhilarating escapades in the series?“This lively, atmospheric story for 8+ will appeal to existing fans and newcomers alike” – The Guardian
“This breathtaking adventure…is all about how we find common ground despite our differences, and the importance of standing up for those who don’t have a voice” – BookTrust
“Positively rustles with the textures of rural Sri Lanka … an author keen to write a love letter to her culture, and upend preconceptions.” – Observer
