A thrilling and empowering middle grade fantasy quest with serious
themes of protecting the environment that is perfect for young
readers!
"...a BEAUTIFUL book that made us feel as though we had pulled one of
our favourite classics off the shelf!"
- Alan Barillaro, Academy Award winning filmmaker of Piper
"In clear language that steers the young reader clearly through the
complicated plot, the author has created an utterly compelling and
believable other world. The appealing hero and his hilarious octopus
friend are memorable characters, and the serious environmental theme is
balanced by the story's humor and joy."
- Kit Pearson, Governor General's Award winning author and member of
the Order of Canada
Eleven-year-old Elliot is having a dismal pandemic summer when suddenly
he's caught in the bubble of one of his own scary dreams. He is
transported to another world - a world controlled by evil butterflies,
where the sun no longer shines. Along with his octopus sidekick, Elliot
discovers the reason for these butterflies-gone-wrong, and realizes that
things must be set right if he is ever to find his way home. As Eliot
realizes that he has the power to effect the things that have been
causing him anxiety - the environment and protecting life on Earth - he
understands there is a way to start change in both this world and in his
home.
An epic middle-grade fantasy quest about discovering the true path to
empowerment and a better world. A T Woodley has created a believable
fantasy world supported with spot illustrations from acclaimed
illustrator Mike Deas.
