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            Loretta D'Souza


            A debut author who has written a fabulous, colourful and exciting children's book.

            Have you ever heard of a Sea Tractor? You'll find out if you take a look...


            5* Reviews from Amazon

            Absolutely Wonderful!
             I was intrigued by this book as it as it features a sea tractor and reminds me of a place I used to go when was a child. The book itself is absolutely terrific - engaging, imaginative, beautifully written and elegantly designed. It effortlessly evokes the wonder and mystery of childhood- when summer seemed to go on forever and seaside trips were like adventures to exotic far a way lands. Both my children ( boys aged 3 and 5) really enjoyed it and it helped speed along the dreaded " getting them off to bed" routine. I looked on Maverick's website to see if Loretta D'Souza and Ewa Poklewska had written anything else and was surprised to discover that this is their debut effort. I hope its the first of many and would thoroughly recommend this book to everyone who has kids or is young at heart.
            By Miles J. Matthews

            More Sonny stories please!  
            "I work in a public library, and have seen Sonny the Sea Tractor returned and reissued almost immediately since we received copies. It's particularly appealing to little boys - an especially great transition story for little boys who are mad about tractors, trucks or cars! A beautifully illustrated, gentle tale. Perfect for bedtime or snuggling up with a parent or grandparent. More Sonny stories please!!!" 
            By Angel

            An excellent holiday read for the kids this summer...
            "If you are looking for a book for your kids to read whilst en-route to the seaside this year then this is the book for you! 
            It's great for reading together or for early stage 1 readers to practise their reading with a fun story to keep them entertained. It's also a great bedtime read with friendly characters and a good message for keeping kid's safe at the beach this summer. A must have for when the kid's break up for their summer hols..."
            By Dione

            "This book is fantastic, my son absolutely loves it! The story and characters were very easy for him to follow and the bright pictures also kept him very interested. I also like the fact that the story has a message to children about the dangers of playing on a beach at high tide which is very important. We hope that Sonny has many more adventures in the future."
             By Mr. G. Hall

             My nephew's favourite book...EVER!!!!
            "My nephew Adam can't get enough of Sonny and his friends. He especially looks out for one particular page when Netty is trapped in the castle. He suddenly looks concerned and desperately wants to find out what happens next. Then he slams his little hand down and demands 'Read!'"  
            By Neil Sed 

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