Sign Of The Cat, The

Duncan lives with his over-protective mother on an island in the kingdom of Arvidia and is frustrated that his mother keeps so much from him, including information about his father. Ignoring his mother’s warnings, Duncan sets out on a voyage of discovery where he learns he is the son of a maligned baron, restores his family’s reputation, and helps an exiled princess regain her throne. This swash-buckling fantasy novel for grades 3-6 is filled with humour, adventure, and a sympathetic hero, and deals with integrity, family, identity, trust, and honesty. Suitable for literature circles, read-aloud, guided study, and a variety of writing activities.