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Book SynopsisWinner of the 2020 Costa Children's Book Award
A Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book of 2021
A Times and Sunday Times Best Book of the Year
Trade Review"Inspiring, memorable, and adventurous: classic storytelling." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
"With promising maps at the opening, many lovable characters, and first-rate storytelling, this chapter book offers a captivating reading experience." -- Booklist (starred review)
"Employing a quiet voice reminiscent of classics with a hint of humor, Farrant pits resilient protagonists against numerous obstacles and setbacks, balancing loss and grief with joy and optimism in a lively adventure that wholeheartedly embraces the concept of found family." -- Publishers Weekly
"Sometimes poignant, sometimes funny but consistently gripping,
Voyage of the Sparrowhawk presses forward with all the purpose and beauty of a small, slim boat on fast-flowing waters." -- BookPage
"One of the most compelling, joyous, tearjerking and delightful reads of the year." -- The Times
"Dramatic, moving and perfectly paced." -- Daily Mail
"A magnificent odyssey." -- New Statesman
"Inspiring, beautiful, and utterly delightful,
Voyage of the Sparrowhawk is a delicious emotional rollercoaster of a read that will stay with you forever." -- Liz Hyder
