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People Like Stars

By (author) Patrice Lawrence

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  Multi-award-winning Patrice Lawrence's first contemporary middle grade novel is a page-turning mystery and exploration of fractured families, long-buried secrets and the power of friendship, told with warmth and compassion. “Masterful storytelling weaves together the lives of the three protagonists in a page-turning mystery with a fierce heart.” - The Scotsman “[An] instantly gripping, funny and moving 9+ story by an outstanding contemporary author.” - The Guardian “Secrets and lies power People Like Stars... Lawrence's plot twists are fuelled by compassion” - The Observer “A classroom-friendly story for younger teenagers.” - The Times Children's Book of the Week Three 13-year-old strangers are connected by one big secret. Nervous Ayrton was stolen away from his mum as a baby. He was returned safely, but now Mum won't let him out of her sight. Curious Stanley has a Forbidden Grandmother. His mum won't even talk about her. Homeless Sen has finally found a place to live, but she'll be out on the street if she upsets her secretive landlady. What happens when their paths cross...? Stunning storytelling – by turns powerful and witty – from an exceptional writer for young people. A page-turning mystery with real depth. Patrice has won the Waterstones Children's Prize and the YA Book prize and been shortlisted for many other prestigious awards.

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Normally shipped | Available from overseas. Usually dispatched in 14 days
Publisher | Scholastic
Published date | 30 Jan 2025
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Format | Paperback / softback
Pages | 304
Dimensions | 196 x 126 x 34mm (L x W x H)
Weight | 200g
ISBN | 978-0-7023-1564-0
Readership Age | From 09 to 12 years
BISAC | juvenile fiction / mysteries & detective stories


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Normally shipped | Available from overseas. Usually dispatched in 3 to 6 weeks
Readership Age | From 09 to 12 years
Normal Price | R 275.95
Price | R 261.95 | on special |



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