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Moon Rabbit

Moon Rabbit

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    Paperback 2009

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Synopsis

Scottish schoolboy, Stevie, befriends pretty Chinese classmate, Maisie, when some children tease her, and takes her to his riverside camp in Peebles. When she falls into the river, he rescues her, emerging in mythological China as White Tiger. With Maisie, or Hua-Mei ('Pretty Flower'), he learns he has to accomplish a dangerous mission before they can get back to Peebles. He soon discovers success depends on a balance between his courage and the girl's charm. They encounter hungry ghosts, a miserable blue dragon, and many other colourful, mythological Chinese beasts and characters ...but when they finally meet the mysterious Moon Rabbit, the one who knows everything, their return to Peebles seems further away than ever ...Moon Rabbit, an engaging, beautifully illustrated, Yin Yang fantasy tale of friendship between two children from different cultures, also introduces the western child to many aspects of daily life in China.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
 Pages: 144
 Publisher: Delancey Press Ltd
Published: 01 Nov 2009
ISBN 10: 1907205128
ISBN 13: 9781907205125
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years

Media Reviews
'Moon Rabbit will lead children's imaginations to fantastical realms - a magical mix enhanced by gentle and ethereal illustrations.' Mairi Hedderwick, author of Matie Morag books. 'Magical is the word for Moon Rabbit...' Elizabeth McNeill, writer. 'A magical and many-layered, thought-provoking tale, told with a quirky humour and gentle humanity, that will delight children and adults alike.' Barbara Mellor, best-selling writer and translator. '...magical and captivating ... dreamy illustrations ... weaves Chinese legends and traditions into an entertaining story of two children from different cultures being brought together ... perfect to be read aloud and enjoyed by children of all ages ...' Jessica Frances, Sunday Express. 'Gentle adventure which should appeal to primary aged boys and girls, begins with a situation unfortunately familiar to many children - racial bullying. Oliver handles all themes with dexterity and understanding and has produced a memorable tale ...' Parenting Without Tears.
Author Bio
Oliver Eade is a writer of short stories, novels and drama. He lives in Scotland and regularly visits his wife's relatives in China. Moon Rabbit is his debut children's novel. Alma Dowle, the illustrator, has been an art teacher in schools over many years and is an experienced children's illustrator.