Chipo and his little sister Gentle live on Papa Fudu's dumpsite in Rubbish Town, searching for valuable things amongst the rubbish to try to stay alive. Life isn't easy - luckily, Chipo has spirit, courage and lots of imagination! And now, he has a plan...

But when Chipo and Gentle are caught with something precious that Papa Fudu wants for himself, they have to think quick, move fast. Suddenly they're on the run...

Along with their friend Dede and their loyal dog, Mouse, Chipo and Gentle set off on a dangerous and exciting journey to find a safe place to call home - meeting a cast of extraordinary characters along the way.

Nicola Davies studied zoology at Cambridge, and worked with numerous different animals for several years, including humpbacked whales in Newfoundland. She went on to become a writer, producer and presenter of radio and television, includingThe Really Wild Show. Amongst her many acclaimed books for children areA Girl Called Dog, Rubbish Town Hero,Big Blue Whale,One Tiny Turtle, andPoowhich was shortlisted for a Blue Peter Book Award. Her novelHomewas shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award. She lives in Wales.

A funny, exciting, completely heartwarming story of three children and their search for a real family.