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Brand New Boy

By David Almond

Adjectives

thought-provoking heartwarming adventurous

Genres

Science Fiction Friendship/Family

What is Brand New Boy about?

When George joins Dan and Maxie's class, his odd behaviour raises eyebrows. Yet, his football skills and love for crisps quickly win them over. As their friendship deepens, they uncover a startling truth: George is a robot, part of a secretive experiment. With external threats looming, the friends embark on a daring mission to protect George and help him discover what it truly means to be human.

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

320 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Edition published

2022

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