Tiger's Last Roar
A sensitively-told story about pet loss
Published on 11. September 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
40 pages
978-1-80078-930-2 (ISBN)
Description
A beautifully lyrical story about grief, the loss of a pet and the unbreakable bond between child and furry friend. From debut picture book author, Harriet Howe, and Waterstones Children's Book Prize shortlistee and Carnegie Medal for Illustration nominee illustrator, Katie Cottle.
After a whole day of exploring with Tiger, Mae loved drawing with Tiger and telling stories with Tiger.
Always with Tiger. Tiger and Mae. Queens of the Jungle.
Tiger and Mae do everything together, the very best of friends. But there is nothing they love more than exploring, racing and chasing across their jungle. That is, until the call comes for "TEATIME!" and they race back to the house. As time moves on, Mae realises that Tiger is getting old and tired. And when Tiger then dies, Mae feels lost in a whirlwind of anger, fear and sadness. Even the safety of their jungle is stripped away. Only through time and healing does Mae learn that Tiger lives on - through her memories, pictures and their jungle itself.
This book is a profoundly moving, hopeful and reassuring story that celebrates the strength that comes from love and supports a child (and adults too) through navigating the loss of a beloved pet. A necessary and important book for your bookshelf.
After a whole day of exploring with Tiger, Mae loved drawing with Tiger and telling stories with Tiger.
Always with Tiger. Tiger and Mae. Queens of the Jungle.
Tiger and Mae do everything together, the very best of friends. But there is nothing they love more than exploring, racing and chasing across their jungle. That is, until the call comes for "TEATIME!" and they race back to the house. As time moves on, Mae realises that Tiger is getting old and tired. And when Tiger then dies, Mae feels lost in a whirlwind of anger, fear and sadness. Even the safety of their jungle is stripped away. Only through time and healing does Mae learn that Tiger lives on - through her memories, pictures and their jungle itself.
This book is a profoundly moving, hopeful and reassuring story that celebrates the strength that comes from love and supports a child (and adults too) through navigating the loss of a beloved pet. A necessary and important book for your bookshelf.
Reviews / Votes
Beautifully illustrated and sensitively written, Tiger's Last Roar is a gorgeous story about companionship, the loss of a pet, and the precious memories that we hold close to our hearts. An essential read that will help little pet-lovers struggling with losing a friend. A reminder that although a beloved pet can't live forever, our treasured memories always will. -- Rashmi Sirdeshpande * children's book author * This warmly illustrated picture book gorgeously renders the special bond between a child and their pet, as well as handling in both a sensitive and practical way the significant emotional impact that the death of a pet can have. The end pages are a particularly thoughtful and helpful accompaniment to the story, offering a space for children to write and reflect on memories of their own pets, as well as providing tips on supporting children following the loss of a pet. * BookTrust * Harriet Howe's captivating words and Katie Cottle's illustrations combine to effortlessly carry children along in this moving yet magical tale about young Mae and her feline friend Tiger. * The Sunday Post * Useful, touching and also beautiful to look at, Katie Cottle'svibrant jungle scenes against the muted colours used for Mae ingrief, are really striking. * The Northern Echo * The illustrations glow; brilliant colours portray a luxuriant 'jungle', the outside world where Mae and Tiger play. There are lots of details to explore, especially once Tiger fails to return home. A welcome book dealing with death to share with all small children, especially those who own a pet. * Books for Keeps *More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 4 to 7 years
Dimensions
Height: 246 mm
Width: 288 mm
Thickness: 6 mm
Weight
246 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-80078-930-2 (9781800789302)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Harriet Howe (Author)
Harriet's first word was 'book', she's loved stories ever since, so it's a dream come true to end up writing her own. Originally from London, she now lives in Suffolk with her family. When not writing, Harriet works in television; she's filmed talking horses, chefs in jets and pop princesses in fabulous dresses. But she's happiest with a pencil in one hand and a cup of tea in the other, brewing up her next story.
Katie Cottle (Illustrator)
Katie Cottle is a freelance illustrator and picture-book-maker based in Bristol. Originally from Swansea, Katie graduated from the Illustration course at the University of the West of England in 2017. She enjoys telling stories through drawing, and uses a variety of media, including a mix of traditional and digital techniques. She was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize for The Blue Giant and nominated for a Carnegie Medal for Illustration for Night Flight. She particularly enjoys using bright colours and drawing grumpy faces.
Harriet's first word was 'book', she's loved stories ever since, so it's a dream come true to end up writing her own. Originally from London, she now lives in Suffolk with her family. When not writing, Harriet works in television; she's filmed talking horses, chefs in jets and pop princesses in fabulous dresses. But she's happiest with a pencil in one hand and a cup of tea in the other, brewing up her next story.
Katie Cottle (Illustrator)
Katie Cottle is a freelance illustrator and picture-book-maker based in Bristol. Originally from Swansea, Katie graduated from the Illustration course at the University of the West of England in 2017. She enjoys telling stories through drawing, and uses a variety of media, including a mix of traditional and digital techniques. She was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize for The Blue Giant and nominated for a Carnegie Medal for Illustration for Night Flight. She particularly enjoys using bright colours and drawing grumpy faces.