A gripping and heartfelt war story from Britain's best-loved children's author, Michael Morpurgo. Turned away by his own son, Cessie's long-lost grandfather finds himself in the place he fears most - a nursing home called Shangri-La. Only Cessie loves him and is determined to help him escape and unravel the truth of his past. A past that comes to him only in glimpses - a lifeboat, a tin of condensed milk, a terrifying night on the beaches of Dunkirk in World War II . Former Children's Laureate and award-winning author of War Horse, Michael Morpurgo, demonstrates why he is considered to be the master story teller with this tale of strife and loss in World War II. Gold title * As part of the year long celebration of Michael Morpurgo's 80th birthday, both Farshore and HarperCollins have commissioned stunning and collectable new cover looks across Michael's entire backlist * New author branding designed by Michael's granddaughter, Alice * Michael's books have sold over 35 million copies globally * A characteristically poignant story of war, survival and hope, from a master storyteller. * Former Children's Laureate, OBE and multi-award-winner, Michael is truly a national treasure.