Discover more books

Hero

By Sarah Lean

Adjectives

imaginative heartfelt adventurous thought-provoking

Genres

Animals Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Leo, a quiet boy with a vivid imagination, often envisions himself as a gladiator. When an accident at school brings him unexpected fame, he enjoys the attention but starts making poor choices to impress new friends, straining his bond with his best mate, George. After a meteor strike traps his neighbour's dog, Jack Pepper, Leo faces a real-life challenge. Rescuing Jack becomes his chance to mend friendships and discover the true essence of heroism.

About the author

Sarah Lean is a much-loved British author who writes heart-warming stories about animals and friendship. Her popular book, 'A Dog Called Homeless,' tells the touching tale of a girl and her special dog. Sarah enjoys exploring nature, and she often finds inspiration for her stories in the world around her.

Pages

291 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2014

Celebrate every book your child reads

Keep track of the books they've read on Pageticker and watch their reading journey grow.

Pageticker

Ready to get started?

Join thousands of readers discovering their next favourite book