Jess Butterworth 3 Book Set When The Mountains Roared

Introduce young readers to three gripping adventures in this Jess Butterworth 3 Books Collection Set — perfect for parents, teachers and gift buyers looking for a captivating boxed set from a bestselling, award-winning author. This paperback edition brings together Running on the Roof of the World, When the Mountains Roared and Swimming Against the Storm — three emotionally rich, action-driven stories ideal for middle-grade readers who love travel, nature, and courageous characters.

Titles in this Set: Running on the Roof of the World; When the Mountains Roared; Swimming Against the Storm.

Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789123906260

What’s inside the collection

This children’s book collection brings three distinct landscapes and cultures to life through empathetic young protagonists and immersive storytelling. Each paperback edition is easy to slip into a classroom set or family bookshelf and makes a thoughtful gift set for readers aged 9–13 who enjoy emotional stakes, cultural discovery and environmental themes.

Running on the Roof of the World

Tash must follow strict rules to survive in Tibet under occupation. When a dramatic protest and the capture of her parents force her hand, she and her friend Sam risk everything to escape — setting off on a dangerous journey toward India and the Dalai Lama. This story blends bravery, political awareness and mountain adventure.

When the Mountains Roared

Ruby is uprooted from Australia when her dad moves the family to a remote mountain hotel in India. Facing wildlife, isolation and the ache of missing her mother, Ruby learns resilience in the wilderness as she adjusts to a life among scorpions, bears and leopards. A heartfelt tale of family, belonging and courage.

Swimming Against the Storm

Twelve-year-old Eliza and her sister Avery grow up beside the Louisiana coast, where rising seas threaten their fishing village. Determined to protect their home, Eliza seeks proof of the legendary loup-garou in the swamp — a unique mix of environmental urgency, folklore and sibling bravery that resonates with young eco-conscious readers.

• Perfect for: bedtime reading, classroom units, book clubs, and gift giving.
• Themes: courage, cultural exploration, environmental conservation, family bonds.
• Author credibility: Jess Butterworth holds a BA (Hons) and an MA in Creative Writing for Young People from Bath Spa University and won the Bath Spa Writing for Young People Prize 2011 — stories grounded in real research and lived experience.
• Format benefits: paperback edition that’s lightweight, durable, and easy to share.

Trusted by parents and educators, this boxed set stands out for authentic settings — from the Himalayas to the Louisiana swamps — informed by the author’s personal travels and research (including trekking in the Indian Himalayas and meeting the Dalai Lama). Whether you’re searching for a thoughtful gift set, a timeless keepsake for young readers, or a powerful addition to a classroom library, this Jess Butterworth collection offers adventure, heart and meaningful conversation starters about culture and the environment.