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The Wildcat and the Gathering Storm

Lui Sit

Illustrated by David Dean

Ages 9 to 11

Synopsis

Join Puffin Lau and wildcat kitten Noma on an exciting adventure in the sequel to Waterstones Children's Book of the Month Land of the Last Wildcat.


'Wild, wonderful and heart-pounding' - Lancashire Evening Post


'An exciting magical mystery and adventure unfolds with twists and turns all the way' - Booktrust on Land of the Last Wildcat


Beautifully illustrated throughout in black and white, Lui Sit's The Wildcat and the Gathering Storm is perfect for animal lovers aged 7+!

After successfully taking an endangered wildcat back home to Linger Island, Puffin discovers that she is now guardian of a new baby kuri wildcat! Kuri kitten, Noma, is wilful, excitable and just discovering her mythical powers. Just as Puffin gets a handle on her new responsibilities, her scientist mother gets into trouble during a research trip - and Puffin, her best friend Lance and Noma have to rush to rescue her.

But all is not as it seems . . . Puffin will have to keep her wits about her to protect the ones she loves, and avoid environmental disaster!

Details

10 September 2026
256 pages
9781035040346
Imprint: Macmillan Children's Books

Reviews

“Funny, magical, emotional and full of adventure!”Maisie Chan, author of Danny Chung Does Not Do Maths on Land of the Last Wildcat
“A magical adventure with a warm heart, perfect for fans of The Last Bear.”Louie Stowell on Land of the Last Wildcat
“Sit is a highly suspenseful storyteller”The Telegraph, The Telegraph
“Adventure, mythology, magic and the natural world collide in a burst of brilliant storytelling and impressive illustration from the inspired pairing of Lui Sit and David Dean. And with family, friendship and the vital role of conservation taking leading roles in a wild, wonderful and heart-pounding story, this is the perfect read for both young eco-warriors and animal fans.”Pam Norfolk, Lancashire Evening Post