Description
What might an arm-wrestling, garlic-chewing, shanty-whistling ship’s cat keep so hidden that even he doesn’t dare look? Picking up the story a few days after the dramatic climax to book one, we join Banzai on his unusual nautical quest.
It’s New Year and a time for resolutions. Under the watchful eye of Horatio Fox, Banzai is persuaded to face the secrets of his closely-guarded carpet bag. Then he promptly vanishes from St Benfro.
Grubson Pug sets off in pursuit of his missing ship’s cat in a chase across Europe to Venice. Caught up in the confusion of Carnival, Banzai learns to accept help from friends when the situation is too complicated for one proud and trouble-prone cat.
International Rubery Book Award Short-list 2014
Whistling –
Utterly charming from start to finish – the line drawings add to a superb plot, filled with exciting characters and plenty of room for fun and hijinks. Great variety of language which remains accessible for her readership’s age and also educates with good vocabulary. An excellent and entertaining read for children everywhere.
5 Star review KC Finn for Readers’ Favorite
Whistling Cat Books –
Banzai’s Unexpected Voyage is a wonderful children’s story and definitely one adults won’t mind reading repeatedly. This stands among the best I have seen in this genre – expertly weaves a series of life lessons with many deft turns of phrase. This will be one that makes my very short list for bedtime reading.
5 star review Dan M Kalin for Readers’ Favorite
Whistling Cat Books –
The characters in Banzai’s Unexpected Voyage are realistic, comical and share a wonderful bond. Inspiring lessons such as Henri’s resolve to fulfil his dreams will resonate with both young and adult readers. This book stands out for its well-developed characters, its captivating adventures and the enlightening lessons it contains.
5 Star review Edith Wairimu for Readers’ Favorite
Whistling Cat Books –
With a message behind an elaborate tale of adventure, friendship and always doing the right thing despite bad decisions made, this story is great for children. The fast pace and overall length of the story are perfect to maintain the attention and interest of young readers. This has been a brilliant read.
5 Star review Rabia Tanveer for Readers’ Favorite