Description
Isla and Lac’s mum is missing, but has left clues, and an emergency credit card. The children travel from Birmingham to Mora, a Scottish island, camping and tracking their mum. Hampered by challenges and unsure of who to trust, can Isla and Lac succeed in their mission? What else will they find… and lose?
For ages 10 and up.
A beautiful, gripping, realistic story about a brave girl and her little brother on a seemingly impossible quest. An unpredictable rollercoaster from start to finish. There’s a wonderful sense of place, and the ending satisfied me completely.
– Clare Weze, author of The Lightning Catcher and The Storm Swimmer
By the end of this touching and unpredictable coming-of-age story, the Mission has gathered layers of meaning in an ever-deepening mystery and adventure. Just when it looks like Isla and Lac have accomplished one mission, another begins. A unique tale with a vivid setting and dynamic characters: I was hooked to the end.
– Jennifer Burkinshaw, author of Igloo and Happiness Seeker
Reviews
“A beautiful, gripping, realistic story about a brave girl and her little brother on a seemingly impossible quest. An unpredictable rollercoaster from start to finish. There’s a wonderful sense of place, and the ending satisfied me completely.”
– Clare Weze, author of The Lightning Catcher and The Storm Swimmer
“By the end of this touching and unpredictable coming-of-age story, the Mission has gathered layers of meaning in an ever-deepening mystery and adventure. Just when it looks like Isla and Lac have accomplished one mission, another begins. A unique tale with a vivid setting and dynamic characters: I was hooked to the end.”
– Jennifer Burkinshaw, author of Igloo and Happiness Seeker
“Isla and her brother suffer any child’s worst nightmare: the disappearance of their main caregiver. But inspired by fictional heroes, and helped along by the kindness of strangers, they overcome obstacles in the real world to uncover family secrets. A heartwarming story of resilience, tenacity and love.”
Jane Houng: Under Lion Rock
