Listen To The Moon

Listen To The Moon is a moving World War I novel that follows Alfie and his fisherman father on a remote Scilly Island in May 1915 when they discover a wounded girl who can only say one name: Lucy. From master storyteller Michael Morpurgo, this tale blends history, mystery, and a heartbeat of hope for readers aged 10 and up who love heartfelt, character-driven storytelling. Structured with warmth and a steady, readable pace, Listen To The Moon invites readers to walk with Alfie as he uncovers Lucy's memories while the shadow of war grows over their island. The narrative threads Merry's perilous ocean journey into a larger tapestry of connection, courage, and forgiveness. The book balances quiet moments of music and moonlight with suspense and discovery, delivering a moving exploration of memory, resilience, and the healing power of family. A wartime coming-of-age journey on a quiet island and across the sea A mysterious girl named Lucy who speaks only one name, linking two lives Themes of memory, forgiveness, family, and hope in the darkest times Lyrical, accessible prose with a cinematic, page-turning pace Vivid setting of the Scilly Isles, sea air, tides, and moonlit nights Great for independent reading or read-aloud sessions with family or classmates After finishing Listen To The Moon, readers are left with a quiet sense of hope and the belief that love can endure even the darkest times. It invites reflection on family bonds, resilience, and the small, healing miracles that can surface when we listen—to the moon, to each other, and to the stories that bind us.