As a school librarian, we need more books about male friendships. Luke Palmer has written a very real and relatable story, powerful, honest, funny andAs a school librarian, we need more books about male friendships. Luke Palmer has written a very real and relatable story, powerful, honest, funny and heart-wrenching.
Highly recommended for all secondary school libraries. Order his first book, 'Grow,' at the same time. You won't be disappointed. Plus the covers are magnificent....more
A compelling story told in verse with great rhythm and style. There are even words arranged as shapes.
After the death of Erik’s father, Erik feels likA compelling story told in verse with great rhythm and style. There are even words arranged as shapes.
After the death of Erik’s father, Erik feels like his family is falling apart and he gets mixed up running drugs. The lies he tells, and the situations he finds himself in get increasingly twisted and dangerous.
What happens to broken boys who grow up without love? How do they cope as young men attempting to forge friendships and fall in love? Being brave. BeingWhat happens to broken boys who grow up without love? How do they cope as young men attempting to forge friendships and fall in love? Being brave. Being vulnerable. Being worthy.
A truly beautiful story that explores the impact of trauma on our youth. I laughed and cried. And adored Banjo's accent....more