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DescriptionWhen 10-year-old Liam's family moves to be near his grandmother who is suffering from dementia, he's left to navigate his new neighborhood, school and grandmother's illness all by himself; His mom regularly looses herself in a bottle of wine, and his sister sneaks out to who knows where shortly after "wine o'clock"-as they've come to call it-strikes. Life it isn't easy. ReviewsI loved this and read it in one sitting ... It's a really special debut, full of heart, hope and the power of storytelling Bookseller A heartbreakingly good debut. Fresh and beautifully written, this is something very special Robin Stevens, author of Murder Most Unladylike It is a beautiful, delicate story about a boy who is just trying to do the right thing for everyone, and it will provoke much thought and discussion. -- Sue The Bookbag This book is a perfect introduction to reading for a primary audience, especially for young boys who will be able to identify with Liam and learn both from him and with him. -- Anna James We Love This Book This novel is nothing short of magical and had me in tears - several times. -- Catherines Johnson Wordpress This is a very important novel for young people to read -- Jodie Brooks School Zone Author descriptionMike Revell has always wanted to write for children. He studied Creative Writing at the University of Essex, followed by a postgraduate journalism course at Harlow College. Mike also has a passion for American Football, and when not writing fiction, he reports on the NFL for the Mirror newspaper. He lives near Cambridge with his girlfriend and their new puppy, Toffee. Stonebird is his debut novel. |