First published 1986
Young Tom stumbles upon a lion in the woods, but this is no ordinary feline. This lion is small, sausage-shaped, and utterly charming. As Tom and the lion become fast friends, they must evade the greedy clutches of the local zoo director, who is determined to capture the rare creature. In a heartwarming tale of loyalty and imagination, Tom fights to protect his peculiar pal and keep their friendship alive.
Genres: fiction, animals, fantasy
Vibes: emotional, heartwarming, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, unlikely-friendship
Paperback · Yearling