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Flamingo Boy
- Narrated by: George Blagden
- Length: 5 hrs and 56 mins
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Summary
A stunning new classic from master storyteller Michael Morpurgo for readers of 9+, in the vein of PRIVATE PEACEFUL and THE BUTTERFLY LION
This is a landmark new novel form the nation’s favourite storyteller, set in the unique landscape of the Camargue in the South of France during WW2. There, a young autistic boy lives on his parents’ farm among the salt flats, and the flamingos that live there. There are lots of things he doesn’t understand: but he does know how to heal animals. He loves routine, and music too: and every week he goes to market with his mother, to ride his special horse on the town carousel.
But then the Germans come, with their guns, and take the town. A soldier shoots a flamingo from the sky, and it falls to earth terribly injured. And even worse is to come: the carousel is damaged, the horses broken. For this vulnerable boy, everything is falling apart.
Only there’s a kind sergeant among the Germans – a man with a young boy of his own at home, a man who trained as a carpenter. Between them, perhaps boy and man can mend what has been broken – and maybe even the whole town…
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Critic reviews
“Please invite this wonderful story in, you won’t regret it. History is rarely more movingly alive.” Morris Gleitzman
Praise for Michael Morpurgo:
“Michael Morpurgo writes brilliantly about war and animals, conveying the big emotions without preaching.” Guardian
“Champagne quality over a wide range of subjects.” Daily Telegraph
“There are few children’s writers as compelling as Michael Morpurgo.” Daily Express
“Morpurgo, as always, is subtle and skilful, and incorporates social and moral issues into his writing without being self-righteous or detracting from the quality of the narrative”
Elizabeth Reilly, British Council
“The former children's laureate has the happy knack of speaking to both child and adult readers.” Guardian
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- mrs shirley kilgore
- 24-07-21
Flamingo Boy
The story kept my interest most of the time, why did I choose this children’s book as I’m 87? Nice to change my different kinds of books. I really enjoyed the story as it progressed.
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- will mason
- 29-03-21
A journey with Flamingo Boy
I loved this story.
We decided to read it with Y6 and it is a great story to use as a class reader.
A story of friendship and hope.
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- Lauren
- 03-04-18
Flamingo Boy
Fantastic ! Enjoyed this so much . George Blagden perfect to narrate this wonderful story. Michael Morpurgo is a master story teller.
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- h nagah
- 18-07-18
Captivating and heartwarming
I enjoyed every minute of this book. Beautifully narrated. A book I can see myself reading again
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- Kunal Patel
- 05-12-22
Wonderfully read
Amazingly narrated. Kids loved it. Recommend for another try it out.
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- Mary
- 03-07-23
Most encouraging story.
A good story, handled with sensitivity and good continuity. As grandmother of an autistic grandson it also rings true to the characteristics of these different and very interesting children and their concerns. I really enjoyed it.
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- christine fyfe
- 02-06-19
amazing storytelling as a family all engrossed
we all loved it . amazing story brought us to tears but so beautiful .
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- Anonymous User
- 20-06-24
A M A Z I N G :) 📘🤯♥️
very good!, not at all what I expected though,not meaning it wasn't good because it was brilliant. Kessier's story was so amazing, I felt so many emotions through all of it. I find it a bit annoying that the audiobook practically ended after Kessier's story because I thought it could of continued after it, but I wish there was a sequel because I loved it sooooooo much! ABSALOUTLY FANTASTIC STORY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!♥️
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- Ke Donn
- 05-03-20
Beautiful stoty
I enjoyed every word of this beautiful book. This is not just a children's book and George Blagdens narration skills are superb
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- Ben
- 06-05-18
Best Story Ever❤️❤️
This is the best book I’ve ever heard!! I have always loved Michael Morpurgo but this is just brilliant. George Blagden reads this amazingly, the voices suit the characters so well. My favourite book in my library!!
❤️❤️❤️🦄🦄🦄🐶🐶🐶📚📚📚
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