Going Solo

What do our readers think of Going Solo? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find the book funny, exciting and packed with extraordinary adventures, especially Roald’s time in Africa and the RAF.

What does the Pageticker team say about Going Solo?

Going Solo takes Roald Dahl from the jungles of East Africa into the terrifying skies of the Second World War, and he tells it all with his trademark mischief and eye for the extraordinary. This sequel to Boy is gripping, funny and thoughtful. We'd recommend this for older readers 11+.

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What is Going Solo about?

In 'Going Solo,' Roald Dahl recounts his thrilling adventures as a young man in East Africa and as a Royal Air Force pilot during World War II. From encounters with deadly snakes and lions to surviving a plane crash and engaging in aerial combat, Dahl's experiences are both harrowing and captivating. This autobiographical account offers a vivid glimpse into the formative years of one of the world's most beloved storytellers.

About the author

Roald Dahl was a brilliant British author who wrote many fantastic stories for children. He is best known for books like 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', 'Matilda', and 'The BFG'. His stories are full of imagination, unusual characters, and exciting adventures that have delighted readers all around the world.

Discussion ideas around Going Solo

Seeking Adventure: Why do you think Roald is so eager to leave home and find adventure in Africa?

Courage: What kinds of courage does Roald show when he faces danger, and how is courage different from simply not feeling afraid?

Dahl’s Storytelling: How does Roald make frightening experiences involving lions, snakes and flying feel exciting as well as scary?

Life in Africa: What do Roald’s experiences with Mdisho and the people he meets teach us about seeing a place through someone else’s eyes?

War and Memory: Why might someone choose to remember and write about frightening experiences from wartime many years later?