Birdy

‘Birdy is a beautifully written story about how poetry, friendship, and nature can help us acknowledge and navigate the histories that haunt us. I was spellbound by Kernot's gorgeous, lyrical writing from start to finish. A unique and powerful book.’ * Carly Nugent, author of The Peacock Detectives and Sugar * ‘Compelling...The language is evocative and lyrical...Fans of Sarah Crossan will be hooked by this hope-filled story of how small acts of kindness make a big impact on everyone.’ * Books+Publishing * ‘The story is told in such a simple, beautiful way, and I found myself quite lost in it. Maddy is such a sweet character, and her struggles are so relatable. Following along as she makes new friends and grows into herself was an absolute delight—heart-wrenching, captivating, and beautiful.’ * Constant Reader * ‘An exquisite young adult verse novel that delves into the pain of loss and trauma and the healing balm of friendship, from the highly acclaimed author of The Art of Taxidermy.’ * Where The Wild Things Are * ‘A compelling novel about how we cope with the past versus how we move forward.’ * Novel Feelings * ‘Excellent...Birdy is a mystery woven on many levels and a delight to read.’ * ChildMags * ‘Kernot effectively weaves through the intricate challenges of the healing journey, secrets, and moving on from past adversities, and the revitalising effects of forming human connections and experiences.’ * Good Reading *