A stirringly beautiful, heartwarming story of brotherly love and growing up, from the award-winning author of The Elephant
‘For everyone whose brother is a hero, even if they don't know it yet’ Morris Gleitzman, author of the Once Series
Even on the dark days, birds still sing
Luke and his big brother Ben spend the summer on the banks of Cabbage Tree Creek. Quiet Luke sketches birds, while Ben leaps off the Jumping Tree. The boys couldn't be more different, but they share a special bond.
When a local competition to win a boat is announced, the boys spring into action, dreaming of exploring the creek together. But with changes coming and high school looming for Luke, will their friendship be able to survive?
About the Author
Peter Carnavas's career as a primary school teacher inspired him to embrace his passion for children's literature. He is the author of several award-winning picture books. The Elephant, his first novel, won the Queensland Literary Awards' Children's Book Award and is also available from Pushkin Children's. Peter lives on Australia's Sunshine Coast with his family, a dog called Florence and a cat named Harry.
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