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The Goldfish Boy

By Lisa Thompson

A lonely boy’s window watching turns into a dangerous race to find his missing toddler neighbour.

compelling heartfelt suspenseful

Pageticker community rating

Average score: 4.33

From 3 readers

Genres

Mystery Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

What is The Goldfish Boy about?

Matthew Corbin, a 12-year-old with severe obsessive-compulsive disorder, spends his days observing neighbours from his bedroom window. When a toddler from next door vanishes, Matthew becomes the last known witness. To solve the mystery and save the child, he must confront his deepest fears and step beyond his self-imposed isolation.

About the author

Lisa Thompson is a popular British author who writes exciting and heart-warming stories for children. She is best known for her book 'The Goldfish Boy', which has been enjoyed by many young readers. Lisa loves creating characters who go on adventures and face challenges, inspiring children to be brave and kind.

Pages

393 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

2017

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