Lost Whale

Author: Hannah Gold

The eagerly awaited new novel from the bestselling author of The Last Bear

The Lost Whale is the enchanting second novel from the author of The Last Bear: the bestselling debut hardback of 2021 and The Times Children's Book of the Week

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The eagerly awaited new novel from the bestselling author of The Last Bear

The Lost Whale is the enchanting second novel from the author of The Last Bear: the bestselling debut hardback of 2021 and The Times Children's Book of the Week

Description

Rio has been sent to live with a grandmother he barely knows in California, while his mum is in hospital back home. Alone and adrift, the only thing that makes him smile is joining his new friend Marina on her dad's whale watching trips. That is until an incredible encounter with White Beak, a gentle giant of the sea changes everything. But when White Beak goes missing, Rio must set out on a desperate quest to find his whale and somehow save his mum.

Dive into this incredible story about the connection between a boy and a whale and the bond that sets them both free.

Critic Reviews

“Praise for The Last Bear 'This is an important first novel, important for us, for polar bears, for the planet. It is deeply moving, beautifully told, quite unforgettable.' - Michael Morpurgo 'A lovely thing' Katherine Rundell 'A stunning debut, amplified by exquisite illustrations. This glorious gift' Amanda Craig, New Statesman 'A dazzling debut . . . A magical, confidently told story - with beautiful illustrations by Levi Pinfold . . . I predict a roaring success' The Times Children's Book of the Week 'A lyrical debut' Telegraph 'This book evokes a powerful and tender relationship . . . and is a roaring call to protect the planet' The Sunday Times ' . . . enchanting debut . . . This book is a delight' Daily Mail 'On one level this is pure escapist joy, an adventure story about the extraordinary bond between a child and an animal. But there is a deeper message at work, too. April shares the urgent concerns of so many young people about the environment, witnessing first-hand the impact of climate change. And Gold gives her the agency to make an impact, a move that will resonate with children who feel powerless. A beautiful, unforgettable d”

‘From the author of the bestselling The Last Bear comes another engrossing tale that blends ecological awareness with deftly plotted adventure’ Waterstones, Books of the Year 2022

‘The Last Bear, Hannah Gold’s award-winning debut, explored the intense connection between animal and child that can help with expressing pain and anxiety — and The Lost Whale reprises that theme’ Daily Mail

‘A winning book from a master storyteller’ Irish Independent

‘The author’s passion for the natural world currently under threat makes their book outstanding’ New Statesman, Best Children’s Books of the Year

‘Lyrical page-turner’ Observer

‘An irresistible, ocean-loving yarn’ The Times

‘Simply beautiful – tender, heartfelt and hopeful with such crystal-clear storytelling. . . Rio and White Beak’s story will stay with me for a long time’ Sophie Kirtley, author of The Wild Way Home

‘Beautifully crafted story of hope and healing’ Katie Heap, Scope for Imagination

‘Magnificent! The Lost Whale will lift your heart as high as the ocean is deep’ Piers Torday, author of The Last Wild

‘The most spellbinding read. I raced through this book, completely engrossed in Rio and his quest to find White Beak. My book of the year so far’ Nizrana Farook, author of The Girl Who Stole an Elephant

‘The Lost Whale is filled with wonder, fascinating facts and a main character with a heart as a big as a whale. You won’t want to miss it’ Annabel Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief

‘Both a stirring page-turning adventure, and an eloquent and heartfelt plea to #SaveTheWhales and in doing so save ourselves. Resonant, timely, wonderful!’ Nicola Penfold, author of Between Sea and Sky

‘The story is beautifully told and issues of mental health are sensitively handled’ Juno Magazine

About the Author

Hannah Gold worked in the film and magazine industries before taking time out to pursue her dream of writing. She lives in Lincolnshire with her tortoise, her cat and her husband.