Orchard Books ISBN 9781408354148 £4.99
This is the first book in the relaunch of the bestselling Animal Ark series. Amelia’s parents have divorced and she is sad that she and her Mum have left their flat in York and are moving in with Gran. She worries about what it will be like in Welford. Will she make friends? Animal–mad Amelia starts to explore the village and discovers a cat and a Westie puppy. She meets Amelia Hayward and finds Animal Ark, where vets look after animals in need. She makes another friend, Sam, and they embark on an adventure to find the mum of some tiny kittens. A fast- moving adventure story which is fun to read, and offers opportunity for discussion of apprehension, change, adapting and fitting in. The book includes information about animals and there are tips on how to care for pets at the back of the book. Highly recommended for children aged 6+
Brenda Marshall