Illegal

powerful · gripping · moving · thought-provoking

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What is Illegal about?

Ebo’s sister has gone, and now his brother has disappeared too. Determined not to be left behind, Ebo follows him on a perilous journey from Ghana across the Sahara to Libya and towards Europe. Along the way, he faces hunger, danger, exploitation and the terrifying uncertainty of the sea. Through courage, loyalty and hope, Ebo struggles to survive while searching for his family and a safer future. This moving graphic novel also includes a true refugee story.

About the author

Eoin Colfer is a brilliant Irish author who loves to write exciting stories full of adventure and clever ideas. He is best known for creating the Artemis Fowl series, which follows a young genius and his extraordinary adventures. Eoin enjoys making up fantastic worlds that inspire children to let their imaginations run wild.