Tua and the Elephant

About this book

Ten-year-old TuaThai for "peanut"has everything she needs at home in Chiang Mai Thailand except for one thing shes always wanted: a sister. In the market one day Tua makes an accidental acquaintanceone with wise loving eyes remarkable strength and a very curious trunk. And when Tua meets Pohn-Pohn its clear this elephant needs her help. Together the unusual team sets off on a remarkable journey to escape from Pohn-Pohns vile captors. From the bustling night market to the hallowed halls of a Buddhist temple and finally to the sanctuary of an elephant refuge this clever girl and her beloved companion find that right under their noses is exactly what each has been searching for: a friend.