Synopses & Reviews
A boy never gives up hope when his little dog vanishes at sea in this suspenseful and heartwarming true-life adventure.Herbert was a small dog who lived by the sea. Everybody loved him, but the person who loved him best of all was Tim. One fine day, Herbert sets off on a boat with Tims father. But without warning, a storm crashes in — and so begins the biggest adventure of Herberts life. This stirring true story, written and illustrated by Robyn Belton, tells the remarkable tale of a young boys beloved dog and his real-life adventure at sea.
About the Author
Robyn Belton is one of New Zealands most accomplished illustrators of childrens books. She is the illustrator of Virginia Krolls MARTA AND THE MANGER STRAW and has won the NEW ZEALAND POST Childrens Book Award and the Margaret Mahy Medal. She lives in New Zealand.