Goodnight Silver

An epic magical animal adventure from the leading light of magical middle grade, Abi Elphinstone set in Mongolia by the best-selling author of Sky Song, Abi Elphinstone . . .

Emmy doesn’t believe in miracles. Not since she lost her baby brother before he was even born. But she can sense that there’s something magical about the mountains in Mongolia. Like a whisper on the wind. And maybe, just maybe, they can help her to heal. Whilst on a family holiday, she gets separated from her family, she’s certain it’s all over. Then, out of the shadows of the cave she shelters in, steps a snow leopard cub. An animal that hunters are out to steal. And along comes a boy who believes in impossible things.

Together, they set off on a dangerous journey to find Whisperfell, a magical land where wild animals live in peace. But with hunters closing in, can they get the cub to safety before it’s too late?

Perhaps it’s time to believe in miracles, after all . . .

This magical animal adventure, gorgeously illustrated throughout by an award-winning artist, gently explores themes of grief, forgiveness and caring for our environment. A beautifully-written love letter to the wild and the power of hope.

Praise for Goodnight Silver:

• ‘An unforgettable story, rich with wild magic’ Katherine Woodfine, bestselling author of The Clockwork Sparrow
• ‘A natural born storyteller at the very top of her game’ Emma Carroll, bestselling author of Letters from the Lighthouse
• ‘Only storytellers like Abi can write so realistically and yet so magically about the natural world and our relationship with it, both good and otherwise. Nobody does it better. In fact, she’s in a league of her own.’ Phil Earle, bestselling author of Finn’s Epic Fails
• ‘A heart-pounding adventure full of magic, wilderness and wonder. Just gorgeous!’ Mel Taylor-Bessent, author of The Christmas Carrolls
• ‘Extraordinary … a perfect children’s book’ Piers Torday, bestselling author of The Last Wild
• ‘A joyful adventure, with huge amounts of delight. I loved it.’ Katherine Rundell, internationally bestelling author of Impossible Creatures
• ‘The perfect book for the animal-loving child in your life who wants to curl under the covers and read something that makes them feel bold, brave and alive.’ Ross Montgomery, bestselling author of I Am Rebel
• ‘A gorgeous, beautifully-written love letter to the wild‘ Lauren St John, award-winning author of The White Giraffe
• ‘A fierce, frozen adventure shot through with the magic and mystery of the wilderness’ Katie Webber-Tsang, bestselling author of Dragon Mountain