Description

An action-packed story about a boy’s experience
of slavery in Britain.
Winner of the Little Rebels Children’s Book Award
2019

“Filled with humour, compassion and hope”
The Guardian

Nathaniel doesn’t want to move to England with his master’s
family, leaving behind his mother and sister on the Jamaican
plantation.

But then he remembers what his mother told him: once a slave sets
foot on English soil, they’re free. Perhaps he can earn
his fortune and buy his family’s freedom, too…

Bursting with action and vibrant characters

With real events and historical figures woven into the story

Perfect for teaching children aged 8+ about the slaev trade in
Britain