Eyes of the Hunter — Collin A. McDonald

Joseph Mukabi is a 14-year-old boy in the fabled East African city of Mombasa.
Blind from early childhood, he dreams of hunting lions and other dangerous big
game the way his grandfather, Old Sam, a former professional hunter, did years
ago. When Joseph's family presents him with a special birthday present â€" an
African Grey parrot â€" he is thrilled. Soon, however, he discovers that this bird
is far more than he appears, and carries an astonishing secret that will change
the lives of Joseph and his family forever.