"One of the most remarkable books I have ever read... It will stay with me forever."
Goodreads ARC reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"If you want something different, or are looking for a gift, this book should be at the top of your list." Goodreads ARC reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐���
"An instant classic" Goodreads ARC reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
So who was Admiral Benbow, and why does the Sea still whisper his name?
Outside, a bitter sou’westerly lashes a creaking country tavern. Inside, before a glowing hearth, a traveller begins his yarn '' a story of sea, salt, and pitiless destiny. For on this Christmas Eve, the legend of Admiral Benbow is told once more: England’s finest sailing chimp, driven by a doomed obsession to seek out the one adversary he cannot defeat.Witty, lyrical, and steeped in old-world charm, The Tale of Admiral Benbow is a fireside ballad of courage, adventure, and the eternal pull of the sea.
Richly illustrated and perfect for fans of Treasure Island, The Wind in the Willows, or the heartfelt stories of Charlie Mackesy, The Tale of Admiral Benbow is set to become a children’s classic.
For all great chimps and noble deeds
With time will die or fade,
’Tis but through us who tell their tale
The hands of time are stayed.
Early reviews of Benbow
"This is one person who was completely captivated by the words and the poetry involved in telling the story... My honest review is ‘definitely get it’. You won’t be disappointed. I actually read it twice in two days because I wanted it to stay with me forever." Goodreads ARC reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"The story is really well written and beautifully illustrated. Each of the detailed illustrations stands out and supports the story... Suitable for all ages." Goodreads ARC reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"Something kids, as well as adults, would be likely to reread time and time again!" Goodreads ARC reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Genre: Children's Fiction
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