Tiger Boy

Neel, a young Bengali boy, lives with his parents and sister in an island village neighboring a dangerous tiger reserve. He gets to hear about a tiger cub which has been separated from its mother and sibling. Mr. Gupta, who has come into the village and has been involved in illegal activities, has promised a reward for whoever gives him the tiger cub. Neel knows that Gupta will not let the cub live. Neel wants to find and save the cub. Neel’s experience searching for the cub leads him to a change of heart. He comes to realize what is truly important in his life and what he must do to protect it. A lovely summer read, Recommended for 9+