Smugglers' Fox

By Susanna Bailey

Two brothers search for their vanished mother, facing the sea's secrets and their own fears.

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304 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Jonah has always been Rio's protector, especially when their mother, Marina, disappears. Her latest vanishing act leaves them at the mercy of the unpredictable Whitby Sea. As social workers declare she won't return, the brothers must confront the turbulent waves of uncertainty and fear. Will they find the courage to uncover the truth about their mother's fate, or will the sea's mysteries remain unsolved? Dive into a poignant tale of brotherhood, resilience, and the quest for answers in a world where the sea holds all the secrets.

From the publisher

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 DarbonJonah 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.

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