How Niels and Festie Faced the Skyfire

Blast off for Courage While exploring a forested park, lightning almost zaps Niels -- but a mysterious Something saves him. That Something turns out to be Festie, a legendary bird who ran away from home in search of her courage. In gratitude for saving his life, Niels decides to help Festie become as brave as he believes her to be. It's a task that will take them to the ends of the earth and beyond.From the Sahara desert to Antarctic wastes to a hidden city on the moon, Niels' and Festie's quest is to find Courage. But along the way, they also discover what it means to become true friends.Whimsical, funny, and lyrical, How Niels and Festie Faced the Skyfire echoes classics like The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardbrobe and The Wind in the Willows while also appealing to fans of J.K. Rowling and Roald Dahl.