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Running on the Roof of the World

By Jess Butterworth
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Running on the Roof of the World by Jess Butterworth is a captivating children's adventure story set in Tibet during political turmoil. The protagonist, Tash, embarks on a perilous journey across the Himalayan mountains with her best friend, Sam. Their mission is to seek refuge and freedom while carrying a crucial message, and they encounter challenges that test their courage and friendship.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to heartwarming adventures filled with courage and the resilience of young protagonists. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Himalayas, it combines elements of friendship, freedom, and the quest for a new beginning, making it an inspiring read for children and adults alike.

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Running on the Roof of the World

A richly atmospheric story of survival and hope set in Tibet and India, filled with friendship, love and courage. This young girl's thrilling journey to save her parents is an ideal read for fans of Katherine Rundell, Lauren St John or Polly Ho-Yen.

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Running on the Roof of the World by Jess Butterworth invites you to join 12-year-old Tash and her best friend Sam in a story of adventure, survival, and hope. Set against the vivid Himalayan landscape of Tibet and India, this tale is filled with friendship, love, and courage. It offers a thrilling journey as a young girl strives to save her parents, making it an ideal read for children aged 9-12.

There are two words that are banned in Tibet. Two words that can get you locked in prison without a second thought. I watch the soldiers tramping away and call the words after them. 'Dalai Lama.'

Tash has to follow many rules to survive in Tibet, a country occupied by Chinese soldiers. But when a man sets himself on fire in protest and soldiers seize Tash's parents, she and her best friend Sam must break the rules. They are determined to escape Tibet and seek the help of the Dalai Lama himself in India.

With a backpack filled with Tash's father's mysterious papers and two trusty yaks by their side, their extraordinary journey across the mountains begins.

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Running on the Roof of the World by Jess Butterworth is praised for its adventurous spirit, with gripping narratives of courage and hope interwoven with themes of survival. Set in the Himalayas, the story combines the excitement of a survival quest with cultural insights into Tibetan and Indian life. Reviewers commend its ability to address serious topics like the refugee crisis while maintaining a sense of adventure and hope, making it a thoughtful read for young audiences.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781510102088

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Designed by Rob Biddulph

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 257g

Pages: 288

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jess Butterworth Young Adult

About the Author

Jess spent her childhood between the UK and India, and grew up hearing stories about the Himalayas from her grandmother. She's lived in India and even met with the Dalai Lama. She studied creative writing at Bath Spa and after a few years living in Louisiana, is now back in the UK, where she lives with her husband and daughter.

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