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Lumi and the Wolf

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A heartwarming, epic adventure across the snowy wilderness and cosy settings of Lapland by a new and inspiring storyteller. Beautifully illustrated with forest diary pages and award-winning Jason Cockroft's stunning art.

'A heartwarming, beautifully written adventure that fans of Hannah Gold and Lui Sit will love' Philippa Leathley

Lumi is far from thrilled when her parents send her to stay in Lapland with her aunt and uncle - especially because being autistic makes it hard for her to adjust to a new place. But everything changes when she befriends a lone white wolf. So when hunters threaten his life, Lumi makes a brave decision: she will save him by leading him to a national park.

Scouting a trail through the frozen wilderness, making camp in cosy hiking cabins, and even trying saunas and ice-swimming, Lumi begins to open up to Lapland and even accepts the help of local boy Oskar. But with danger at their heels, can they find safety in time - and a place to belong?

An unforgettable story about discovering your strengths and finding your place in the world, written by a Finnish neurodivergent author. For 8-13+ readers.

Reviews for Lumi and the Wolf:

'A gorgeous winter adventure' Abi Elphinstone

'Beautifully drawn setting with a touching friendship at its core' Elle McNicoll

'So pacey and full of heart' Jacob North

'A brilliant adventure full of love, animals and friendship. I was hooked immediately' Matilda, 10 years old

'The must-buy children's book of the year!!!' Liliana, Waterstones bookseller

'Destined to be a classic of children's literature. Complete wonder, utter magic' Lizzie Huxley-Jones

'A warm hug of a book. A true joy of a read' JJ Arcanjo

'I just absolutely adored it' Anna Zoe Quirke

'Spellbinding, sensitively written and sweeps you away from the very first page' Mel Taylor-Bessent

'Hannah Gold meets Elle McNicoll with a sprinkle of Moomin midwinter magic' Claire Hatcher-Smith

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Praise for Lumi and the Wolf

  • A gorgeous wintry adventure. - Abi Elphinstone, author of Sky SongBeautifully drawn setting with a touching friendship at its core. Lumi and Wolf are a lovely pair. - Elle McNicoll, author of A Kind of SparkA heartwarming, beautifully written adventure... I definitely found myself tearing up towards the end (in a good way), and this is one that fans of brilliant authors Hannah Gold and Lui Sit will love. - Philippa Leathley, author of the Inkbound seriesAbsolutely captivating. Lumi and the Wolf is spellbinding, sensitively written and sweeps you away from the very first page. Lottie Saahko is a STUNNING storyteller. I'm obsessed! - Mel Taylor-Bessent, author of The Christmas Carrolls seriesA stand-out voice and a terrific adventure, I loved every moment of Lumi and the Wolf. With a brave autistic girl at the forefront, Lumi and the Wolf is destined to be a classic of children's literature. Complete wonder, utter magic. - Lizzie Huxley-Jones author of the Vivi Conway seriesI just absolutely adored it. It was such a beautiful story about autistic joy and resilience, with a gorgeous, well-rounded cast of characters (including the incredible wolf). - Anna Zoe Quirke, author of Something to be Proud OfHannah Gold meets Elle McNicoll with a sprinkle of Moomin midwinter magic... An achingly beautiful story of unexpected friendships and finding a place to belong... Lottie's gentle, lyrical autistic voice is a gorgeous addition to neurodivergent representation. One of the easiest five stars I've ever had to give. - Claire Hatcher-Smith author of The Mizzy Mysteries seriesSo pacey and full of heart... An absolute classic of an adventure. - Jacob North, author of Ice Apprentices

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