The Falling Boy

Paperback Published on: 27/02/2025
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Synopsis

From David Almond, a 'master storyteller' Independent

Nothing is the same for Joff this summer. His dad is sick, his mum is working, there's a new kid in town. The days are long and hot, and change is in the air.

With his dog, Jet, Joff explores. The Chapel of Doom is always there, ancient and crumbling, with its warning signs and the legend of the Falling Boy.

But Joff isn't going to go past those signs ... is he?

Intense and compelling, this is a brilliant new story from the award-winning author of the bestselling Skellig.

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
  • ISBN: 9781444970616
  • Number of pages: 272
  • Dimensions: 196 x 128 x 22 mm
  • Interest age: From 9 years
  • Weight: 240g
  • Languages: English

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The Falling Boy
A beautiful and moving story about love and friendship
Joff Johnson is at a turning point in his life- the transition from primary to secondary school and the summer awaits. However, Joff's dad has cancer and J... READ MORE
Stephen - The Bookworm
The Falling Boy
A Beautiful Read
It’s the summer before Joff Johnson starts secondary school. His dad’s receiving treatment for cancer and the weather is scorching. Restless and searching ... READ MORE
Nicola G
The Falling Boy
Breathtaking
Its really hard to put into words how much this book will affect you. When i finished it the first time i turned the final page and just sighed out loud. I... READ MORE
Novel Luna
The Falling Boy
A brilliant read
I've admitted countless times that I can be heavily influenced by the cover art of a book when I'm deciding whether or not to read it but sometimes there i... READ MORE
Jacqui  Sydney