The Secret of The Kelpie

A stunning adaptation of the traditional Scottish folktale of the Kelpie. The shape-shifting water horse. Made world-famous by Andy Scott's kelpies statues. 

"Every loch in Scotland, however beautiful, has its cold, dark depths. And every loch in Scotland has its kelpie. But it's easy to forget those dangers on a sunny afternoon" Flora is playing with her brothers and sisters by the loch when she notices a stunning white horse. While her siblings clamour for a chance to ride the beautiful animal, Flora is worried. Where has this strange horse come from? Why are its hoof prints wet? Too late Flora realises this is no horse! It's a a shape-shifting water horse from Scottish folklore known to steal children. Can Flora reveal the secret of the kelpie in time to save her family?

The classic tale of the kelpie is wonderfully retold in this gripping adaptation by Scottish children's author and storyteller Lari Don, with illustrations by artist Philip Longson.