«Michael’s beautiful prose and Felicita Sala’s drawings both capture so well, the child Andrew’s view of the world in this short pensive book.»

Red Reading Hub

«Morpurgo is a genius. This story is so convincingly narrated by the central character, that the reader almost believes it is autobiographical. Since their father’s disappearance, two brothers have remained intensely curious about him, while getting on with life. The complex code of relationships between parents and children are for readers to decipher […] Sala’s pencil and wash illustrations perfectly complement this sophisticated and gripping story.»

Inis Reading Guide

«Award-winning Michael Morpurgo tells a poignant short story drawing on his own experience about a boy’s search for his missing father... Recalling his own childhood as he tells of Andrew’s, Michael Morpurgo sensitively captures a little boy’s sense of loss and confusion as well as his healing acceptance of the situation.»

Julia Eccleshare's Pick of the Month, Lovereading4kids

«Illustrated book from the much-loved author Michael Morpurgo. Great for starting conversation with your children or grandchildren.»

Daily Mirror

«Featured in the Bookseller children's previews for January 2023»

The Bookseller