Synopsis

Swift feels safe tucked up in his nest. But when all the other birds fly to a new home on the other side of the world, Swift doesn''t want to be left behind. It''s a treacherous journey across land and sea and there''s a storm coming ... Will Swift find the courage to spread his wings?

A moving story about leaving home in pursuit of safety, friendship and adventure, inspired by the 22,000 mile journey swifts make every year. Beautifully brought to life by debut author-illustrator and winner of the Carmelite Prize 2021, Lorna Hill.