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When the Sky Falls, or, A Is for Adonis

by Phil Earle   |  Ages 13+
$8.90
When the Sky Falls, or, A Is for Adonis
When the Sky Falls, or, A Is for Adonis

WWII boy bonds with gorilla amid bombs.

If the idea of an unusual friendship forged during the tribulation of war intrigues you, 'When the Sky Falls' might just be the poignant tale you're looking for. Through Joseph's eyes, you'll explore themes of courage, the impact of war on both humans and animals, and the power of empathy in the darkest times. You might find yourself unexpectedly attached to Adonis and Joseph, rooting for their survival amidst the chaos of war.

  • British Book Award for Children's Fiction (2022)
  • Carnegie Medal Nominee (2022)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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When the Sky Falls, or, A Is for Adonis

by Phil Earle   |  Ages 13+
$8.90
ISBN: 9781783449651
Authors: Phil Earle
Publisher: Andersen Press
Date of Publication: 2021-06-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Childrens Classics, Chapter Books
Related Topics: Historical Fiction, Animals
Goodreads rating: 4.32
(rated by 2333 readers)

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Inspired by a true story. It's 1940, and Joseph has been packed off to stay with Mrs. F, a gruff woman with no great fondness for children. To Joseph's amazement, she owns the rundown city zoo where Joseph meets Adonis, a huge silverback gorilla. Adonis is ferociously strong and dangerous, but Joseph finds he has an affinity with the lonely beast. But when the bombs begin to fall, it is up to Joseph to guard Adonis's cage should it be damaged by a blast. Will Joseph be ready to pull the trigger if it comes to it?
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WWII boy bonds with gorilla amid bombs.

If the idea of an unusual friendship forged during the tribulation of war intrigues you, 'When the Sky Falls' might just be the poignant tale you're looking for. Through Joseph's eyes, you'll explore themes of courage, the impact of war on both humans and animals, and the power of empathy in the darkest times. You might find yourself unexpectedly attached to Adonis and Joseph, rooting for their survival amidst the chaos of war.

  • British Book Award for Children's Fiction (2022)
  • Carnegie Medal Nominee (2022)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.