Donkey Danger

Book excerpt: Danni's parents run a donkey sanctuary at their home on Whistlewind Farm and there's nothing Danni and her friend, Tim, enjoy more than helping to look after all the donkeys. But the sanctuary is short of funds so Danni decides to do a sponsored point-to-point with Shadow, her racing donkey. As they journey around the local countryside Danni meets several people who tell her about a new donkey retirement home. But there's something about their stories that worries Danni. Who is the strange man who is buying up all the local donkeys? And where exactly is this mystery retirement home? * Peter Clover is the author of Puffin's best-selling 'Sheltie the Pony' books. * First story in a series of books featuring the donkeys of the sanctuary at Whistlewind Farm. * Short and lively stories for lovers of animal books. * Animal books are extremely popular at this age range. * Illustrated throughout in black and white.