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The Boy Who Saved a Bear

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The Boy Who Saved a Bear by Nizrana Farook

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By Nizrana Farook

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27 reviews

From the author of The Girl Who Stole an Elephant comes another brilliant escapade. The fourth thrilling adventure set in a fictional Sri Lanka is jam-packed with peril, thieves and a terrifying bear!

A boy and a bear meet, become friends and have the adventure of their lives!

Nuwan works at the library, delivering books. One day, he accidentally takes away a very valuable key that’s been hidden inside one of the books, and in the process thwarts the plans of some very dangerous thieves. On the run, he hides in a cave, only to discover in the middle of the night that he is sharing it with a big, hairy, terrifying bear!

After some hair-raising moments, he and the bear reach an understanding and they travel on together, evading the bad guys and hoping the key will unlock the answers to the mystery so that they can stop running and return home…

Have you read these exhilarating escapades in the series?

The Girl Who Stole an Elephant

The Boy Who Met a Whale

The Girl Who Saved a Leopard

""This lively, atmospheric story for 8+ will appeal to existing fans and newcomers alike"" – The Guardian

""This breathtaking adventure…is all about how we find common ground despite our differences, and the importance of standing up for those who don’t have a voice"" – BookTrust

""Positively rustles with the textures of rural Sri Lanka … an author keen to write a love letter to her culture, and upend preconceptions."" – Observer

Reviews

03 Aug 2025

It’s a good book because it’s emotional rollercoaster and has a happy ending. It’s also fiction.

27 Jul 2025

I like adventure story's so I really enjoyed this book. This book is about a boy who goes on a journey to another city and persuades a ferocious bear to come with him. I recommend this series to anybody who likes adventure books.

26 Dec 2024

I loved this book since it is adventurous!

19 Oct 2024

I love this book. It is very interesting for you if you love reading stories. The book was made in Sri Lanka. I would recommend it to everyone

04 Sep 2024

The story line is excellent. The villain is fascinating. 4 stars because the plot seemed unfinished. I enjoyed the relationship between the boy and the bear and I loved how the boy got entangled in the quest.

17 Aug 2024

Not for me , my brother liked it though

17 Aug 2024

This was ok , as I was reading it I thought it would be a good book for my brother to read as well so recommended it to him

31 Jul 2024

A great book for children. Nirzana Farook really creates an adventure and takes you along. This is perfect for animal lovers

30 Sep 2023

Very interesting and captivating because they went on a journey with twists and turns set in India.

03 Sep 2023

I love how the bear builds it's trust in the voy

03 Sep 2023

Great

30 Aug 2023

I liked Sani and Karadi. An excellent adventure book.

27 Aug 2023

Full of adventure, curiosity and kindness!

24 Aug 2023

Good book

20 Aug 2023

The Boy Who Saved A Bear is a fictional book. My favourite character is Sani for being brave, courageous and believing in her friend even when hope was low. If you are looking for a book about animals, this books is for you! I recommend this book to 9-12 year olds.

11 Aug 2023

A boy and a bear meet, become friends and have the adventure of their lives! From the author of The Girl Who Stole an Elephant comes another brilliant escapade. The fourth thrilling adventure set in a fictional Sri Lanka is jam-packed with peril, thieves and a terrifying bear!Some people might not understand some words because there were Tamil words

11 Aug 2023

Nuwan accidentally stops a plot by Mr and Mrs Weerasinghe to take a stolen item to the Queen. Meanwhile Koradi the bear wants to come along. Can Nuwan prove that Koradi isn't dangerous and take the stolen item to the Queen?

31 Jul 2023

I thought that this book was really good, I rate it 5/5. I thought that it was very emotional. I would definitely recommend!

30 Jul 2023

My favourite character was the bear because she was so unique. The books are really good for chilling out. I would absolutely recommend this book - it's incredible.

25 Jul 2023

I think I like Nuwan best because he would do anything to protect the key of Nissanka and he would not rest until the Key was given to the Queen.
I would recommend this book to people who like adventures.

23 Jul 2023

Adventurer.
Thief?
Bear whisperer!

Nuwan has always craved adventure and hiding in a bear’s cave could just be the start! If he gets out alive, he must take the stolen Key of Nissanka on a perilous journey to the King’s City. And persuade a ferocious bear to come with him, saving her life…

19 Jul 2023

It was good.

14 Jul 2023

Loved all the suspense, adventure, twists and turned. Great book overall. Definitely recommend by me!

13 Jul 2023

This is a good book with heart and adventure and it also makes you laugh. I would recommend it.

05 Jul 2023

This book is about boy named Nuvan and furious bear Karidi.
Moral - Never give up even if no one believes in you..

26 Jun 2023

I loved the character Sani, she saw something special in her friend and trusted his judgements. This friendship and encouragement allowed an amazing act of bravery to happen. The book really takes you on a journey and what a magical ending.

21 Jun 2023

Loved it. Read it to my 5 year old; a chapter a day. He was hooked too.

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