Whispers in the Park by Emmanuel Olympitis (GL 1962-66)

About the Book

Whispers in the Park is the first book of a series, which takes the reader on a rollicking adventure through the treetops and undergrowth of the magnificent St James's Park, where the most ancient and prestigious school for squirrels resides. When young squirrels Shane and Sophie are given scholarships to St James's, they are excited and nervous to enter the magical world of squirreldom's most venerable institution. But as the school's treasures start to go missing, they are swept up into a gripping detective story, the unravelling of which will require some outside assistance...

Recommended for:

• The Wind in the Willows lovers
• All ages
• Fans of the detective genre with a dash of child-like whimsy.

About the OKS Author

Emmanuel Olympitis attended King’s in Galpin’s House from 1962 to 1966. During his time at King’s, he was known as an avid writer and sailor. Emmanuel also had a passion for fencing and represented the nation in the GB International Fencing Squad in 1966-1970.

Since leaving King’s, Emmanuel achieved his Law degree from University College London, and become a business ‘Tycoon’. He has had executive positions at Ankers Trust International, Aitken Hume International plc, Johnson & Higgins Ltd and Pacific Media plc. His career has granted him travel across the globe, and has published three books in various genres in his later years.