The Boy With The Tiger S Heart

The call of the wild is powerfully realised in this thrillingly evocative modern day fable A girl raised in the wild, a desperate race for freedom and a boy with a fiercely guarded secret... When Nona's guardian kills himself, she is immediately suspected of murdering him. In a world where nature and darkness are feared, where wild animals are held captive and cities are illuminated by permanent light, who will believe her innocence? Nona must flee with her only friend - a bear who is strangely human. In their desperate attempt to escape capture, Nona and her bear encounter two strange boys, Caius and Jay. Together, the four of them will hide, and fight, and make the deadliest of enemies in their desperate race to a forbidden place called The Edge - where nature is unrestrained, where there is light and shade, forest and mountain, and where there are no shackles or boundaries. A poetic, haunting and unforgettable modern fable about nature, society, and what it is that makes us human.

In a treeless world, a boy inherits a wooden tiger called Tiger. He takes it for walks, listens carefully to what it says, and discovers the secrets that lie deep in its heart. But in order to experience the wonders that Tiger describes, the boy must sacrifice something he dearly loves.

One magical friendship. One roaring adventure. The magical tale of a bold young chimney sweep and a remarkable tiger, a dangerously hypnotic ruby and a mystical land found across an ocean and through a storm. Perfect for fans of The Girl of Ink and Stars and Pax. Fly never meant to end up in a cage with a man-eating tiger. And though she's sure she's no princess, when the tiger addresses her as 'your majesty', she can't help but vow to free him and return him home. But the bird-filled jungles and cloud-topped mountains of the tiger's homeland are an ocean away. And not everyone wants the tiger - or Fly - to get there alive. With dark and dangerous forces working against them, will Fly be able to fulfil her promise and maybe - just maybe - become the queen her tiger knows her to be?

When a tiger cub goes missing from the reserve, Neil is determined to find her before the greedy Gupta gets his hands on her to kill her and sell her body parts on the black market. Neil's parents, however, are counting on him to study hard and win a prestigious scholarship to study in Kolkata. Neil doesn't want to leave his family or his island home and he struggles with his familial duty and his desire to maintain the beauty and wildness of his island home in West Bengal's Sunderbans.

Paul Dear is a good and clever boy, but he’s special in ways that even his adoring parents could never have imagined. For by day, in London’s Kensington Gardens, he walks and talks with the pixies and sprites and other magical creatures that dwell among the living–but are unseen by most. Then everything changes when tragedy strikes–and a quest begins that will lead Paul to a curio shop where a magical ally awaits him and launches him into the starry skies, bound for a realm where anything is possible. Far from home, Paul will run with fierce Indian warriors, cross swords with fearsome pirates, befriend a magnificent white tiger, and soar beside an extraordinary, ageless boy who reigns in a boundless world of imagination.

The death of high school basketball star Rob Washington in an automobile accident affects the lives of his close friend Andy, who was driving the car, and many others in the school.

Embark on thrilling adventures and heartwarming tales with "Tiger and Tom and Other Stories for Boys," a captivating collection by various authors. Join courageous heroes, embark on daring quests, and experience unforgettable journeys that will capture the imagination of readers young and old. As you delve into this diverse anthology, prepare to be whisked away to far-off lands, enchanted forests, and hidden worlds. From the exhilarating exploits of Tiger and Tom to the heartwarming tales of friendship and bravery, each story is a testament to the power of imagination and the boundless possibilities of storytelling. But amidst the excitement and wonder, a timeless question arises: What does it mean to be brave, kind, and true? What lessons can we learn from the characters and adventures that fill the pages of this book? Join a cast of unforgettable characters as they navigate the trials and tribulations of boyhood, facing challenges with courage, resilience, and a sense of adventure. Their stories will inspire readers to embrace their own inner hero and embark on their own journeys of discovery. Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey through the pages of "Tiger and Tom and Other Stories for Boys"? Prepare to be captivated by the magic of storytelling as you lose yourself in the pages of this enchanting anthology. Whether you're seeking thrills, laughter, or heartwarming moments, there's something in this book to delight and inspire every reader. Here's your chance to experience the joy of reading and the power of imagination. Dive into "Tiger and Tom and Other Stories for Boys" by various authors and let the adventure begin. Seize the opportunity to discover new worlds and make new friends between the pages of this captivating collection. Purchase "Tiger and Tom and Other Stories for Boys" now, and embark on a journey of discovery and wonder that will stay with you long after you've turned the final page.

The last thing a girl as awkward as Dani Gale should be doing is trying to learn the high wire. Yet that’s exactly where Dani ends up—at OZ, the Oswald Zinzendorf School of Circus Arts. Trying to overcome her shyness is near impossible when her new partner—the hottest guy she’s ever laid eyes on, and whose touch seems to give her poise she thought impossible—also seems to be sabotaging her progress. The last thing Cai Coppersmith needs is a distraction, especially in the form of the new, cute shy girl. He needs to focus on trying not to shape-shift into a tiger on school grounds, and completing his mission to keep Dani from winning the school’s high-wire competition. In fact, the entire safety of OZ is relying on Dani not succeeding. But there’s something about the girl that draws him in. She has magic, he can feel it. So he’ll do what he can to protect her, even if it means pushing her away.