Tucker is a young boy who lives in a beautiful, magical room behind the giant clock face on the magnificent Liver Building on Liverpool's majestic waterfront.

Each night, as the light fades, he can be seen looking out between the numbers 5 and 6. Tucker and the birds watch over the city and the river. As the light begins to fade, the giant statues of two beautiful birds stretch their wings and come alive.

At night, Tucker rides these birds over the river and the city, looking out for anything that's not quite right. He spots a young lost boy, Tom, who has run away from home to make it easier for his mother to look after his younger sisters and brothers. Their father went missing at sea some months ago. Tucker flies with Tom on the birds, Bella and Bertie, to find his father.

Tucker - A Story of Imagination

Tucker is a true labour of love. My first children’s story which brings back childhood memories of growing up in Liverpool.

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Susan Taylor

“This is a beautiful book of fantasy and a reminder of kindness, reminded me of the books I read as a child. Just lovely.”

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Miss Ellison - St.Vincents Primary School

“Primary thoroughly enjoyed hearing local author, Bob Gormley, reading his brilliant story to them today. We were enthralled by Tucker’s story and can’t wait to hear more.”