Wings, book 1: On Silent WingsDon Conroy1998

This is the first book in the "Wings" wildlife fantasy series. Kos, a young and inexperienced barn owl, is left alone and terrified when his mother is killed by a hunter's trap. As he fights to survive he is helped by animals of the woodland, who know the constant dangers that surround them. But a new evil threatens to destroy them all - the rat Fericul and his monstrous army, who plan to take over the world. Can no-one stand against them? This is a compelling story of suspense, danger and tremendous courage.