People Like Stars
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| Verlag | Scholastic UK |
| Alter | 9 - 12 Jahre |
| Auflage | Februar 2025 |
| Seiten | 304 |
| Format | 13,0 x 2,0 x 20,0 cm |
| Gewicht | 207 g |
| Artikeltyp | Englisches Buch |
| EAN | 9780702315640 |
| Bestell-Nr | 70231564EA |
Multi-award-winning Patrice Lawrence's first contemporary
middle grade novel is a page-turning mystery and exploration
of fractured families, long-buried secrets and the power of friendship,
told with warmth and compassion.
"Masterful storytelling weaves together the
lives of the three protagonists in a page-turning mystery with a
fierce heart." - The Scotsman
"[An] instantly gripping, funny and moving 9+
story by an outstanding contemporary author." - The
Guardian
"Secrets and lies power People Like Stars...
Lawrence's plot twists are fuelled by compassion" - The
Observer
"A classroom-friendly story for younger teenagers."
- The Times Children's Book of the Week
"Funny, moving, one-of-a-kind." -
Best Books of the Year, The Observer
Three 13-year-old strangers are connected by one big secret.
Nervous Ayrton was stolen away from his mum as a baby. He was returned
safely, but now Mum won't let him out of her sight.
Curious Stanley has a Forbidden Grandmother. His mum won't even talk
about her.
Homeless Sen has finally found a place to live, but she'll be out
on the street if she upsets her secretive landlady.
What happens when their paths cross...?
- Stunning storytelling – by turns powerful and witty –
from an exceptional writer for young people. - A page-turning mystery with real depth.
- Patrice has won the Waterstones Children's Prize and the YA Book
prize and been shortlisted for many other prestigious awards.
