Setting

The story is set at Caro Farm in the small village of Trewen in Cornwall, UK.

Stories Within the Book

There are two stories within the book. One about two small boys from the farm and the other about two calves who escape whilst being loaded at the market.

The Boys' Adventure

Two boys discover a cache of stolen arms and ammunition in a deserted house. The thieves capture, abduct, and take the boys on a fearful journey to Liverpool Docks. Although they escape into the streets of Liverpool, they are re-captured.

The Calves' Journey

The two calves are sad and dejected and break out during the loading of their group into the cattle trucks. They eventually find themselves on the Cornish Moors during the emergence of a bitter winter. They are rejected by the local moorland cattle. After many weeks of travel, injuries, hunger, and bitter cold, they realize their terrible mistake.

Questions and Holiday Cheer

Will the boys be rescued? What will become of the calves? Christmas Eve this particular year brings a few unexpected and joyful surprises for everyone at Caro Farm.