As a boy, Henry Friston dreamed of traveling the world. He thought he was signing up for a lifetime of adventure when he joined the Royal Navy. But when World War I begins, it launches the world, and Henry, into turmoil. While facing enemy fire at Gallipoli, Henry discovers the strength he needs to survive in an unexpected source: a tortoise. And so begins the friendship of a lifetime. Based on true events, and with charming illustrations, this story of war, courage, and friendship will win the hearts of readers.

Featured in WOW Review Volume IX, Issue 1.

• ISBN: 9781627791731
• Author: Foreman, Michael
• Published: 2015 , Henry Holt & Co. Books for Young Readers
• Themes: World War I
• Descriptors: Biography - Autobiography- Memoir, England (UK), Fiction, Intermediate (ages 9-14)
• No. of pages: 128