The Voyage of Sam Singh
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published:4th Jul '24
Should be back in stock very soon
In Gita Ralleigh's second magical middle grade adventure set in a parallel colonial India, land-pirate Sam Singh sails to an isle teeming with spirits and secrets on a perilous journey to find the truth.
'We are kings of the forest,
Let them tame us if they can!'
Sam’s older brother, Moon, has been missing for three long years. Moon is a skilled thief, but Sam fears Moon's luck has finally run out. It's rumoured he's held in the Octopus, a notorious prison on the Isle of Lost Voices, from which no one has ever escaped alive. Leaving his tribe of land-pirates behind, Sam sets sail with the shady Professor Bogusz and his faithful parrot, Suka. With help from a young forest guide called Lola, they trek deep into the island's interior, a place where spirits dwell and the Octopus casts a deadly shadow.
With a storm brewing and the clock ticking, Sam is in a race against time to break into the prison, save Moon and find a brighter future for them all.
'A thrilling adventure that deftly weaves important historical truths with breathtaking fantasy elements' * Sophie Anderson, Carnegie-shortlisted author of The Girl Who Speaks Bear *
'The Voyage of Sam Singh is that rare jewel that sails on magical, adventurous storytelling seas while navigating the historical truth of the treatment of indigenous, colonised peoples. It sings of magic, adventure and freedom.' * Sita Brahmachari, YOTO Carnegie shortlisted author of WHEN SHADOWS FALL *
An enthralling story of bravery, adventure and hope. * The Week Junior, Book of the Week *
A rich, bold historical fantasy for 9+ * Guardian *
Packed with action, excitement, lyrical descriptions and thought-provoking insights into our colonial history, this is a beautifully written, rich and rewarding read * Books for Keeps *
Very readable * Armadillo Magazine *
‘Plunge into the fantastical world of Sam Singh where spirit roams the land, clifftops rise against the water and the faint scent of the colonial past lurks... A delightful and thought-provoking read in every way... I would recommend this book to fans of mystery, adventure and jeopardy twisted into one big plait.’ -- Radhika, aged 9, Books Up North
Praise for The Destiny of Minou Moonshine by Gita Ralleigh:
'Masterful, a wonderfully original fantasy adventure that feels like a timeless classic. A brilliant new voice in the world of children’s fiction.' – Anthony McGowan, winner of the 2020 CILIP Carnegie Medal for LARK
'A remarkable debut... poetic, imaginative and gripping' – The Guardian
‘Gita Ralleigh builds a vivid world bursting with jeopardy in this beautifully lyrical debut. So many unexpected twists to love, including the mechanicals. Minou is a great hero – kind-hearted, brave, and full of fire.’ – Jasbinder Bilan, Costa prize-winning author of AASHA AND THE SPIRIT BIRD
'An awesome alt-India middle grade book, with adventure and emotional twists, tied together with friendships and the family we find, and an incredible heroine in Minou, who fights for freedom and Queendom!' – Roopa Farooki, author of A DOUBLE DETECTIVES MEDICAL MYSTERY: THE CURE FOR A CRIME
'A rich and thrilling adventure.' – Sophie Anderson, author of THE THIEF WHO SANG STORMS
ISBN: 9781804545522
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: unknown
272 pages