Montgomery, Ross

Adventure stories (Children’s / Teenage)

Published on 6 June 2024 by Walker Books Ltd in the United Kingdom.

Paperback | 304 pages
129 x 198 x 22 | 212g

*CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARDS (CBA) OVERALL WINNER 2025**WATERSTONES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024**BOOKS ARE MY BAG READERS AWARDS WINNER 2024**THE CARNEGIE MEDAL NOMINEE 2025**SHEFFIELD CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARD 2025**FCBG CHILDREN’S BOOK AWARD 2025*A heart-warming adventure about the unbreakable bond between a dog and his human from a beloved and twice Costa-shortlisted author.

‘A beautiful, heartfelt adventure.’ Sophie AndersonI’m Tom’s dog, and he’s my human. We belong to each other. Rebel is a good dog, and he loves his simple, perfect life on the farm with his owner Tom until one day the war comes too close Now Tom is determined to join the rebellion to defeat the king’s men. But Rebel knows war is dangerous, and he will stop at nothing to save the human he loves. Rebel must bring Tom home before it’s too late.

‘A fantastic quest novel that sits between Charlotte’s Web and War Horse. Rebel’s voice is true and clear: he is the best of dogs and this is the best of books. Phil Earle’An instant classic. Outstanding writing and a richly adventurous story Montgomery has reached a whole new level.’ Katya BalenA terrific tail! A tail-thumping, tongue-lolling treat full of adventure, humour and heart. Ross WelfordI Am Rebel both broke my heart and made it sing. This book is as close to perfect as it’s possible to get. Natasha FarrantThe goodest story about the goodest boy. I love Rebel like my own dog. Carlie SorosiakA beautifully crafted and heartwarming story. The animal voices were so funny and the wider message about courage, belonging and delighting in small nothings was just gorgeous. A little marvel of a story. Abi ElphinstoneAn instant animal classic. Thrilling, original, funny and deeply moving. Lauren St JohnHeartstopping animal adventure. A new canine hero is born. Piers Torday