Review: Charming Story
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 7, 2013
"Messages from Henry" by Rebecca Scarberry is a beautiful little story about an unlikely hero, Henry, a homing pigeon that saves its abducted owner.Written primarily for young adults the story jumps right into an fait accompli, the abduction of next door's widow and friend. Messages from the blackmailer about ransom come to our protagonist and the police officer via Henry.The author seems to be knowing a lot about pigeons and through Henry's involvement in the investigation a lot is said about his habits and Henry takes on an almost human and certainly most likeable character.The simple and charming concept make this novella a pleasant and enjoyable read for adults as well as for young adults. Amongst all the books about super heroes and super powers and with all the Tv programmes on forensics this back-to-basics story is a fresh and very welcome effort that made me yearn for more of the same. I'd love for my nieces to read this book.Certainly recommended.