'A heartwarming survival story, - a tale of hope, humanity, triumph over danger and adversity, and of winning against all the odds.' LoveReading4Kids
'I was on the edge of my seat towards the end ... A beautiful book, wonderfully written.' Blackheath Books & Bubbles, UK
'Five purrs and two paws up!' Goodreads reviewer, Canada
'This story stole my heart.' Goodreads reviewer, US
'The writing is beautifully done.' NetGalley Reviewer, Educator
October 2020 and the world is in the grip of the coronavirus pandemic. On the Greek island of Agrion, forest fires are raging, tourists are scarce, and restaurants are closing.
Life on the streets is tough for street cats, Silva, Theo and Lila. The three tabbies are hungry, very hungry, and under threat from perils known and unknown. They dream of ESCAPE.
Enter young Jack, who has travelled to Agrion with his cousins. Jack forms a special bond with Theo and is determined to rescue him and his sisters. But how?
From the author of My Cat Called Red comes an exciting survival story inspired by a true story. Designed for readers aged 8 to 11, this daring animal rescue mission will also appeal to animal lovers of any age.
A share of royalties will go to cat welfare charities helping the very hungry stray cats still in Greece.
MORE PRAISE FOR A TALE OF THREE TABBIES
'Perfect for any cat lover and kids who are 8 to 12. They will inhale this book and keep re-reading it.' NetGalley reviewer Librarian
'This book was absolutely fantastic.' NetGalley Reviewer - Librarian
'I absolutely loved it, and I am an adult!' NetGalley Reviewer
'A heartwarming story that holds your attention from the first until the last.' NetGalley Reviewer
'Wow! I just love Jane Lightbourne's books. I was taken with her previous book, My Cat Called Red, and I have only good things to say about A Tale of Three Tabbies.' Goodreads reviewer.
About the Author :
A Tale of Three Tabbies is the second story author Jane Lightbourne has published for children aged seven and older, following the release of My Cat Called Red. As well as writing fiction, Jane is a lawyer and lives in London with her three children and two rescue cats. Jane has also published novels for adults, Loss and Hannah and two poetry collections,
Review :
'I really enjoyed this story and would definitely recommend it. Even though it's listed as a children's book, I'm sure it will appeal to any adult who loves cats. It's a heart-warming tale, based on fact, and shows what love and persistence can achieve.' LOVEREADING4KIDS
'A heartwarming survival story - a tale of hope, humanity, triumph over danger and adversity and winning against all the odds.Young people will relate to this story set during the Pandemic and will fall in love with the wonderfully depicted but deprived cats. A caring story of hope and endurance purr-fect for animal lovers.' LOVEREADING4KIDS
