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Bone Music

By David Almond

Adjectives

mystical lyrical haunting

Genres

Adventure Fantasy Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Sylvia Carr, a city girl, moves to a remote village and feels isolated until she hears mysterious music at night. She discovers Gabriel, a troubled boy playing a flute made from a hollow bone, claiming it can bridge the living and the dead. Together, they venture into the deep forest, confronting ancient mysteries and their own fears. Will they find their way back?

About the author

David Almond is a much-loved British author known for his magical and thoughtful stories. His famous book 'Skellig' has won many awards and is enjoyed by children all over the world. David grew up in the north of England and loves writing about imagination, friendship, and the wonders of the everyday world.

Pages

199 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

Published

2021

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