Description
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.
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.
Endorsements
“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
Patrice Lawrence has won the Waterstones Children's Prize and the YA Book Prize and has been shortlisted for multiple other prestigious awards.