Not all was bright in the Garden of Eden until a mysterious sixteen-year-old traveller, Jack, arrives to shake up the animal world with the help of a neurotic cat, Miaow, universally despised because of his cowardice and duplicity. Miaow finds himself unwittingly drawn into leading an improbable uprising against King Roar and the fierce feline overlords—a conflict that can free or doom his world forever. The odds of victory are unfavourable because the clueless cat is racked by doubts and insecurities, accustomed to being taunted and bullied by his aggressive peers. Besides, the constant bungling by his equally unwise but oppressed "allies" undermines the stuttering resistance campaign because of their ingrained unreliability, impetuousness, and treachery. But, in this primordially wild upside-down world where inter-racial tensions reign and only the strong survive, nothing is what it seems. This second edition of the multi-award-winning book will appeal to fans of "The Hobbit" and "The Chronicles of Narnia."IAN FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2021Ranked #2 in OCA TOP 25 BOOKS OF 2023Ranked #9 in OCA TOP 10 AUTHORS OF 2023This fast-paced page-turner possesses a kind of cinematographic feel—providing an uplifting escape from mundane day-to-day reality. USA Today Transcending many genres, the book uplifts readers and reminds them that simple values and determination can change our dire circumstances. NewsnetDavid Bush is the multiple award-winning author of thought-provoking books designed to entertain, educate, and inspire readers. International Business Times A cleverly plotted story. Edward H. Trayer, award-winning and best-selling authorQuite simply, this is an outstanding and page-turning novel that is screaming for a sequel. Lynn Santer, author, Emmy judge, and award-winning film producer A magical animal kingdom. Zara Stone, author of "Killer Looks" and award-winning journalist A tale of great friendship and growing into our best self. Sarah K. Howley, author and blogger An adventure story. A clever fable. A touching allegory. Daniel Zeigler, author of "The Bright Triad" A wonderfully imagined battle and a story takeaway that asks—what makes a hero? Kari Rimbey, author of "Finding Y" Animals used to show human emotions, politics, and struggles.Terry Overton, award-winning author of "Both Sides of the Border" General Jack and the Battle of the Five Kingdoms is an epic fantasy that artfully combines youthful excitement with complex challenges in a way that readers will understand and relate to. Set in a land before time, the story follows animals under the repressive rule of King Roar the Lion and the fierce Felines. When Jack, a sixteen-year-old explorer, enters the scene, he works with chief of cats, Miaow, to overthrow the current leaders. Bush does an excellent job of creating a story that is both captivating and insightful. It parallels important political and historical themes of our world while also establishing a unique setting of its own. Most of the characters featured are anthropomorphic animals, which makes for a spellbinding narrative that allows readers to see humans from a different point of view. With prose that is elegant and melodic, it is quite easy to lose oneself in the story. Bush possesses the ability to vividly describe his unique world and its characters in a tale that is thoughtprovoking and impactful for readers of all ages.Maincrest Media. The story was simple yet there was a surprisingly large depth to the novel with multilayered themes. It was an enjoyable read with the family, and the author's writing style was exquisite. This story is best enjoyed by all ages. Google Books Visit Goodreads David Bush or my channel YouTube GeneralJackBattleFiveKingdoms to view book trailers, for a vast selection of videos, and access my websites. Read more