Why the Whales Came

by Michael Morpurgo

First published 1760

On the remote island of Bryher, two children, Gracie and Daniel, stumble upon the reclusive Birdman. Despite his gruff exterior, the Birdman slowly reveals a tragic past and an ancient curse that has haunted the island. As the children uncover the island's mysteries, they must confront their own fears and forge an unlikely friendship to lift the curse and save their home.

Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, fantasy

Vibes: atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking

Tropes: found-family, unlikely-friendship

Setting: Scilly, Isles of (England), England, Isles of Scilly

192 pages · Paperback · Farshore

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