ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- Jonah and Manx live in a quiet seaside town that has been discovered by the trendy set. Old houses are being turned into ugly mansions, and the newcomers don't understand the ties of a small community. Jonah wishes his parents would stop fighting, and that he had the courage to approach the intimidating Ella. School is a way to fill in time, fishing is a way of life and parties on the beach the main entertainment. One night the hi-jinks get out of hand, and Jonah has to work out what is really important, and how to fix the problems he finds himself plunged into. Told in Herrick's trademark free verse, the characters of Jonah and Manx are wonderfully realised. A fine work for teenagers and a pleasure to read! Lindy Jones
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People like you and me, Jonah, we drag down the price of everything we touch. Life for Jonah and Manx means fishing for mullet at the lake, watching their school mates party on Friday night and wishing they had the courage to talk to Ella and Rachel. But now their lakeside town is being sold off, life doesn't seem so simple. Manx holds a grudge against the wealthy blow-ins from the city and Jonah just wants his parents to stop arguing. One memorable night at the lake will change everything.
By:
Steven Herrick Imprint: Queensland Univ. Press Country of Publication: Australia Dimensions:
Height: 200mm,
Width: 137mm,
Spine: 16mm
Weight: 214g ISBN:9780702253959 ISBN 10: 0702253952 Pages: 224 Publication Date:27 June 2016 Audience:
Young adult
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Preschool (0-5)
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
