Smugglers' Fox

A spellbinding and poignant new adventure from Susanna Bailey, the critically acclaimed author of Snow Foal.

Perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson and Hannah Gold

'Haunting and lovely' - Anthony McGowan

"A truly inspirational story about finding the courage to face your fears" - Mel Darbon

Jonah is Rio's big brother. It's his job. It always has been. Especially when Mam does one of her disappearing acts, like now. Her name's Marina, which means 'from the sea'. And just like the sea: she changes with the wind. She comes, she goes.
The sea was there the last time Jonah and Rio saw her. The Whitby Sea. And it wasn't in a good mood. No-one has seen Mam since that day and the social workers say . . . she's not coming back this time.

Susanna Bailey's latest children's fiction, Smugglers' Fox, delves into the themes of family, friendship, and emotions. The narrative explores the juvenile perspective on alternative family structures and the emotional rollercoaster that accompanies it.

For fans of Yamile Saied Mendez (Girl Scouts), Laurie Morrison (Coming Up Short), Elaine Heney (The Adventure Horse), Kate Dicamillo (Because of Winn-Dixie), and Sally J. Pla (The Fire, the Water and Maudie McGinn).

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