“A first-rate animal fantasy with themes of friendship and resilience . . . this adventure story has it all: hardship, humor, and a narrative arc that shows the companions overcoming their past family traumas and mutual dislike to save themselves and each other. This skillfully told first novel will make a popular read-aloud . . .”

— School Library Journal, starred review

“Butler has a light, humorous, and fluent touch, which particularly shines when her characters share their own stories.”

— Kirkus Reviews