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Samuel Miles, a.k.a Smiler, and a cheetah named "Yarra" are running away. Smiler was running away from his reform school, while Yarra escape a zoo. At first place they need a shelter and they both accidentally find the same place to stay. The rest of the book tells how Smiler and Yarra are trying survive. However, Yarra meet her unfortunate end of life. This add more trouble to Smiler, because he is now have to take care of the young cubs she have while maintaining the anonymity of his I.D. The end of it? I'll let you find out for yourself.

This book tells us that life is not easy out there, even for kids. It teaches us to think critically at all times, and not to panic even if the condition is not very good at all. Also, the book teaches us to love all kinds of animals since they are also a living being.

i'm only on chapter 4, but so far, this book is ok, we're reading it for english class...i personally think the smiler bits are more interesting...detailed, your typical blitter blah

Being that Flight of the Grey Goose is a sequel, it may seem that one would need to read the previous novel, The Runaways, to obtain background information before delving into Flight of the Grey Goose. Yet author Victor Canning provides a good story, and a good background, just by picking up where he last let off.
Starting in England, Samuel M., or 'Smiler,' is once again on the run from the police, who want to get him back in a reform school. Using some ingenuity and what little money he has, Smiler, with his K-9 friend Bacon tagging along, is determined to get to Scotland, to where his father should soon return, and be able to clear Smiler's name. Along the way he encounters several interesting people, including Bob, a truck driver who gives Smiler a ride, and the uniquely poetic professor. Smiler eventually hops a train that he rides North to Scotland.
Once in Scotland, Smiler comes across a wounded grey goose, which he decides to keep until its wing heals and it can fly once again. Smiler is soon befriended by a girl named Laura, and is soon introduced to the Laird. The Laird allows Smiler to stay at his home while he must go away, so that Smiler can watch the house and wait for the goose to fly again. One day, Smiler discovers a secret underwater cavern - and the long lost Elphinstone treasure. He returns to the house, excited to have found the jewels, and waits for the Laird to return to see the Jewels. But two vexatious men do not plan to ever let the treasure get to the Laird...
One of the more interesting aspects in Canning's writing is his use of variety in language. Aside from the overall English and Scottish vocabulary, Canning provides each character with his or her own accent and style of speaking. Smiler has a very simple vocabulary, and seldom uses complicated speech. Yet the more educated characters, such as the Professor and the Laird, have and obviously different use of language. And Laura has a way of speaking all her own. Smiler's simple language is also reflected in his thoughts throughout the story, giving an overall easy to read style to the story.
The story is a classic adventure story, and although set in relatively modern times, it possesses the quality of a 19th century work. The novel has a well flowing plot, so reading never gets too boring. While the plot is clearly fictional, it is still believable enough to draw the reader's attention, and create a sense of 'What will happen next?' up until the end of the story.
Altogether, I would recommend The Flight of the Grey Goose to anyone looking for a classic adventure story with its own unique style. It will provide a quick and easy, yet still enjoyable, read for almost anyone.

This book was the author (victor canning) own interpretation of the Aurthurian legend. Much of the story was changed as i saw it, but the basic concept remained the same. I especially liked the first section of the novel. the journey of Baradock and Tia to Aqua Silis, because you really had no idea how arthur would fit in until they came across the chalice, but even then they planned to part, and it was a surprise how everything was brought together. in the second book, the growing up of Arto, not very much action too place, but it set up the scene for the great life Arto was destined to live. finally the third book had a lot of boring parts as the arm was being formed, and many battles took place, but i really liked the ending, althought i will not give it away. One thing i did not like about this book was that some of the names were changed while others were left. Gwenevier, and Merlin remained the same, so why was it neccissary to call arther Aruturo rather than arthur? that was the only thing that bothered me.

I enjoyed reading this book, and found it captivating and very hard to put down. The author managed to convincingly bring both the times and the legend alive for me by adding details and interesting dimensions to the old legend. I found it interesting to read of Arturo as a minor 'warlord' who fought his way to power, and yet managed to retain his sense of love for humanity. A compassionate warrior, wise and forgiving. I also enjoyed reading of his parents' journeys and lives. That section of the book lays important framework for Arturo's life and adventures, as well as being extremely interesting on its own merits. When I was finished with the book, I felt as if I'd just read a bit of very interesting history..as if this person really could have lived and fought and added something to the history of his country. I really enjoyed it.

I read this book after seeing Alfred Hitchcock's film version of it. After seeing the movie, I was quite inspired to read the book. Wow, was I ever wrong. The book had no suspense at all persay the predictable encounters between Eddie Shoebridge and Madam Blanche. The addition of the FBI men and the detective work that they do is a wonderful addition to this slightly dull book. The ending is the only reason that I gave this book two stars instead of one. All I can say is that if you do read Victor Canning (I don't) then go ahead and read this book.