It is deeply moving, beautifully told, quite unforgettable.” Michael Morpurgo. WINNER OF THE 2022 BLUE PETER BOOK AWARDWINNER OF THE 2022 WATERSTONES CHILDREN’S BOOK PRIZESHORTLISTED FOR CHILDREN’S FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS 2022SHORTLISTED FOR THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2022 “This is an important first novel, important for us, for polar bears, for the planet.
Young readers won't forget it in a hurry.Imagine making friends with a polar bear… The Last Bear is perfect for readers of 8+, beautifully illustrated throughout by Levi Pinfold – winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal and illustrator of Harry Potter 20th anniversary edition covers. Mixing the adventure of life in the Arctic Circle with danger, excitement, a touching exploration of April's relationship with her father and a thought-provoking exploration of the climate emergency, Hannah Gold's story is a reminder of the difference that one person can make.Įven though it's set in the Arctic Circle, The Last Bear is full of warmth. This beautifully written story - featuring captivating illustrations from Levi Pinfold - is a moving tale that children will fall in love with. Slowly, April gains the bear's trust and the pair form a strong friendship, but as she grows further apart from her father, she resolves to help Bear get back where he belongs - no matter what it takes. How did he get there? And how can she protect him? but polar bears aren't supposed to be on Bear Island anymore. When they arrive, though, April's dad is still really busy, so she takes the opportunity to explore Bear Island for herself. So when he announces that they'll be moving to an uninhabited island in the Arctic Circle so he can take weather measurements, she's hopeful that they'll be able to spend more time together. Ever since her mum died, April's father has thrown himself into his work.
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