In the eighteenth century, Jack is forced to join the Royal Navy to fight in the war against France. A chain of unforeseen events lead, eventually, to the discovery of a magical tree.The Golden Tree transports the children to a time far away from their own, and the adventure begins.
Set in the secretive government base of Hillock, this story explores the challenges of training animals to collaborate with humans. As trainers come and go, the animals develop strong bonds with their keepers, leading to difficulties when new trainers are introduced. The animals' refusal to work with unfamiliar individuals complicates the program, while the aging of keepers further exacerbates these issues. The narrative delves into themes of companionship, loyalty, and the evolving dynamics between humans and their animal counterparts.
The narrative revolves around Hillock, a secret government base dedicated to training animals for collaboration with humans. Each animal forms a bond with its trainer, but when trainers leave, the animals often refuse to work with newcomers, leading to a cycle of retirement and replacement. This presents ongoing challenges, as newly introduced animals struggle to adapt, and the age of trainers affects their ability to keep pace with the animals. The story explores themes of loyalty, adaptability, and the complexities of human-animal relationships.