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Saxon Tales The Shepherd Who Ate His Sheep

By Terry Deary

A stolen sheep puts Edward on death row—but could his father’s secret change everything?

engaging historical suspenseful

Genres

Historical Fiction Adventure

What is Saxon Tales The Shepherd Who Ate His Sheep about?

In Saxon Kent, strict laws dictate that thieves face execution. When a stolen sheep's remains are discovered in the Medway household, young Edward confesses to the crime. But does his father hold a secret that could save Edward from the gallows? Join master storyteller Terry Deary on a thrilling journey back to Saxon times in this gripping adventure.

About the author

Terry Deary is a British author best known for writing the funny and fascinating Horrible Histories books. He loves making history exciting by sharing weird and wonderful facts about the past. Terry’s clever stories and jokes help children learn and laugh at the same time, making reading about history lots of fun!

Pages

64 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

This edition

2017

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