The heart-warming true story of a badly injured baby seal that was nursed back to health by Ruth Shaw, author of international bestseller The Bookseller at the End of the World.

Based on the true story of Ruth Shaw and her husband Lance looking after a baby seal that had been shot between the eyes.

Millie lives in Milford Sound, the number one tourist destination in Aotearoa New Zealand.

After Millie was checked by a vet, she was taken to Ruth and Lance's home to be looked after until she got back to full strength.

Eventually they could return Millie to the wild seas where she belongs.

This is a beautiful story of the connection between a wild animal and a kindly human.

Perfect for
- children who love animal stories
- fans of Ruth Shaw
- visitors to Milford Sound
- anyone interested in wildlife conservation