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Unusual and poignant story about a special boy who can communicate with animals in an extraordinary way. A darker story for young adults that follows the success of "Godhanger" by the author. Readership level: 9 - 12 years.
Synopsis
When Tom the shepherd comes across a wailing little bundle in the lambing pens, it changes his life. He and his wife are childless and are delighted to adopt the baby, but soon realize that "Spider" is no ordinary child. He has a strange special gift, for he can communicate with animals.
