Tiger Taming
Tiger Taming by Julie Sykes, published by Kingfisher in 2008, is a delightful 88-page story that explores the adventures of a young boy named Max. Despite his love for animals, Max faces challenges due to his sister’s allergies, leading him to become a pet sitter. Each new job introduces him to peculiar clients, including witches, fairies, and goblins, creating a whimsical backdrop for his experiences.
In this engaging tale, Max’s first client, Miss W. Itchy, presents an unexpected twist when her cat, Tiger, turns out to be not only talkative but also quite demanding. As Max navigates the challenges of pet-sitting, he discovers that his instincts are crucial when Tiger is kidnapped by an adversary named Grimboots. This story combines elements of fantasy and magic with themes of friendship and responsibility, making it an entertaining read for those interested in juvenile fiction featuring animals and fantastical creatures.
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Max loves animals, but his sneezy, allergic sister means no family pets. He’s so happy when he realizes he can be a pet sitter. But with every job he takes on, there’s always something a bit odd about his new boss. Witches, fairies, goblins, mermaids – why can’t he pet-sit for someone ordinary?
Max thinks he is going to love his new job as a pet sitter. But his first client, Miss W. Itchy, seems a little strange. Max’s instincts prove correct when it turns out her cat can talk! Not only does Tiger have good English, but loads of attitude too – ordering Max around, left, right and centre. When Miss Itchy’s arch-enemy Grimboots kidnaps Tiger, Max has to prove what sort of pet sitter he really is . . .
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