Flight of the Grey Goose

Fifteen-year-old Smiler is on the run from the police and seeks refuge at a castle, where he discovers a plot to rob it. He must decide whether to risk going to the authorities for help.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 12 August 2021
Publisher: Prelude Books

Fifteen-year-old Smiler is still on the run, desperately trying to evade the police and clear his name of a crime he hasn't committed. Determined to find his father, a ships cook, and prove his innocence, Smiler embarks on a perilous journey. Hitching a train to Scotland, he lands a job as an animal caretaker on the grounds of a castle, occupied by the enigmatic "Laird," Sir Alec Elphinstone.

However, Smiler's peaceful existence is soon disrupted when he discovers that thieves are planning to invade the castle. Caught between his desire to protect his employer and his fear of the authorities, Smiler must decide whether to risk going to the police for help.

As he delves deeper into the mystery, Smiler uncovers a web of lies and deceit that threatens to destroy the lives of those around him. With time running out, he must use all his wits and courage to expose the truth and bring the culprits to justice.

This thrilling adventure will keep you on the edge of your seat as Smiler navigates through a world of danger and intrigue, proving that even the youngest and most innocent can become heroes when faced with impossible odds.

Weight: 276g
Dimension: 129 x 200 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788423502