*SIGNED* Patricia Forde: The Island of the Bees, illustrated by Paddy Donnelly

*SIGNED BY PATRICIA FORDE*

An epic tale of volcanoes, dragons and wild storms, with themes drawn from Irish legend. Written by the current Irish Children's Laureate, this is a celebration of the magic of bees and the power we can all draw from the natural world.

Nestled on a peaceful island, Orla and her grandmother live tending their beloved bees. But bubbling below is a monster waiting to surface – a dormant volcano – and when it wakes Orla and the rest of the island must flee in search of safety. Orla adventures across the wild sea, guided by her buzzing friends, to find a new home. But what will they find over the horizon?

Fun Fact: Both autor and illustrator are from Ireland, so we're delighted to include this book in our Irish section.

Format: Paperback