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Ratings: ★★★★☆ (4.4/5)
Genre: Children's Historical Fantasy, Ghost Story, Adventure, Humor

Review:
My Friend Walter is a charming and hilarious ghost story from Michael Morpurgo, the master storyteller behind War Horse. Bess remembers the tale of Sir Walter Raleigh — the famous explorer who laid his cloak over a puddle for Queen Elizabeth I. But she never expected to meet his ghost! When Sir Walter appears to Bess and reveals that he's her ancestor, her life turns upside down. He breaks her brother's fishing rod, steals a horse, and smokes cigars in her room — all while trying to help his family. How will Bess explain a Tudor ghost to her modern family? This warm, funny, and heartwarming story blends history, fantasy, and family in a way only Michael Morpurgo can. Perfect for readers aged 9–12 who love ghosts, history, and laughter.