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OverviewA series of earthquakes exposes the fault lines in a teenager’s unconventional life in a powerful crossover novel that explores raw emotion with wit and warmth. After the deadly 2011 earthquakes in Christ Church, New Zealand, Eddy Smallbone must navigate the ruins of his hometown along with the ruins of his personal life. A Catholic-school dropout itching to break free of the eccentric uncle who raised him and newly mourning the death of his dog, Eddy starts his own dog-walking and pet-sitting business. Through his work, he meets and cares for an extraordinary cast of characters, including a precocious seven-year-old girl and a nun and her unruly parrot. Meanwhile, Eddy’s former girlfriend, Boo, is back, and their relationship fraught, to say the least. And his best friend, Thomas Moore, who lives in a cabin behind his parents’ house, is suffering from a mysterious and devastating illness. Layered and resonant, intellectually rigorous, and as soothing as it is shocking, this sophisticated literary novel for mature teens plumbs the depths of trauma and healing. With its sensitive take on important issues—including grief and faith, unplanned pregnancy, and mental illness and self-harm—Eddy’s story will speak volumes to adult readers also. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Kate De GoldiPublisher: Candlewick Press,U.S. Imprint: Candlewick Press,U.S. Dimensions: Width: 14.80cm , Height: 2.70cm , Length: 21.70cm Weight: 0.425kg ISBN: 9781536232820ISBN 10: 1536232823 Pages: 304 Publication Date: 07 May 2024 Recommended Age: From 14 years Audience: Young adult , Teenage / Young adult Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Not yet available  This item is yet to be released. You can pre-order this item and we will dispatch it to you upon its release. Table of ContentsReviewsA New Zealand boy reckons with his past and his present. . . an often sweet and sometimes humorous exploration of love, mental health, family, faith, grief, and the past. This sophisticated story weaves in and out of the present day, allowing for a full perspective on Eddy—with occasional commentary from Boo herself—as he juggles reality, responsibility, and hope. . . . A soulfully layered story told with wit and care. —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Author InformationKate De Goldi is the author of numerous short stories, collections, and novels for adults and children, including the much-lauded The 10 P.M. Question. She lives in New Zealand. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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