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Born to Run

Michael Morpurgo author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:14th Sep '23

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A bittersweet classic children’s story of a champion greyhound’s journey through life

A tale of kindness triumphing over cruelty, of resilience, friendship and the value of looking forward rather than behind you – from a master storyteller

A tale of kindness triumphing over cruelty, of resilience, friendship and the value of looking forward rather than behind you – from a master storyteller

‘Pitch perfect’ Daily Mail

When Patrick saves a greyhound puppy from drowning in the canal, he gives his beloved new pet the only name that feels right: Best Mate.

But despite Patrick’s promise to look after Best Mate forever, it isn't long before the greyhound is thrust into a new life and threatened with a fate he will have to fight to escape. In the face of constant danger, Best Mate finds a way to survive. The real challenge will be finding a home . . .

“Pitch perfect… this hardened book reviewer kept having to wipe away the tears” Daily Mail

ISBN: 9780008638597

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 24mm

Weight: 220g

256 pages