From the moment our feisty protagonist, Mink, responds to the desperate cry for help from a little zebra (whose parents have been abducted) the reader knows they’re in for a wildly exuberant adventure of daring and rescue! Fiercely determined and quick-witted, Mink understands the importance of taking action when someone asks for help, and recruits help from animals and birds far and wide to aid in the search.

Katherine Rundell’s marvellous tale of friendship, courage and resolve is told with warmth and compassion. Its playful, energetic humour complements the glorious full-colour illustrations, and all young readers will revel in the story’s satisfying conclusion when the evil villain gets his comeuppance!

A gorgeous book for every family library, The Zebra’s Great Escape is highly recommended as a read-aloud story for children ages 4 and up. Independent readers ages 7 and up will also take great enjoyment from this fun adventure.

Athina Clarke is from Readings Malvern