Separated from the flock, Merlin the lamb desperately yearns to return home. His mummy had told him he was magic. Could his magic help him to get back to her? Merlin has no idea what his magic does but life presents him with several new companions in the form of three bouncy goats, three wise horses and a little girl who is able to understand what animals say. Each one teaches him that nature surrounds us with magic all the time.
Finally, when Merlin discovers that his magic is making other people happy, he experiences deep joy and complete fulfilment.
Grace Olson is a mum, a massage therapist and an ILM level 5 certified coach. She lives in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England and is the proud owner of three beautiful horses and a gang of crazy sheep. Grace began writing during the first lockdown because she couldn’t do her therapy work but wanted to help entertain people. In a very short time she gained a large following on Facebook. Her debut novel, The Yard – How a Horse Healed My Heart, is her way of adding a bit of joy to the world.
This is a joyous story of friendship and kindness, narrated with tenderness and simplicity and beautifully illustrated throughout. Children will instantly warm to this cute, courageous little hero, and his journey of self-discovery will capture the hearts and imaginations of readers of every age. This is the perfect gift for fans of Dick King-Smith and an absolute must for primary classrooms throughout the UK.
What a lovely little book! Heartwarming story, charmingly told. And the watercolour illustrations are excellent. I'm going to give this to my little granddaughter.