The Ones That Disappeared
by Zana Fraillon
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Pub Date 13 Jul 2017 | Archive Date 14 Jul 2017
Hachette Children's Group | Orion Children's Books
Description
Beautiful, magical and moving, this is a SKELLIG for a new generation, from the author of THE BONE SPARROW, shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal 2017 and the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize 2016.
Some stories need to be told... A moving, beautifully-written and poignant novel about child trafficking and the search for freedom.
Kept by a ruthless gang, three children manage to escape from slavery. But freedom isn't just waiting on the outside.
Separated, scared and looking after a small child, Esra will do whatever she can to reunite with her friend Miran, who was captured by the police - the police who she mustn't trust.
Hiding in the shadows of the forest, Esra is found by a local boy, a boy with his own story. Together they will create a man out of mud. A man who will come to life and lead them through a dark labyrinth of tunnels until they finally have the courage the step above ground. Until they finally have the courage to speak their story. Until they finally have the courage to be free.
Advance Praise
Praise for The Bone Sparrow:
'Outstanding . . . an important, heartbreaking book with frequent, unexpected humour, that everyone, whether teenager or adult, should read'
GUARDIAN
'A contender for the children's book of the year... a heartrending tale about how our stories make us, and also an angry polemic, vividly convincing'
THE SUNDAY TIMES
'A tragic, beautifully crafted and wonderful book whose chirpy, stoic hero shames us all. I urge you to read it'
INDEPENDENT
'An incredibly moving and powerful story about hope, freedom and survival. This is such an important topic, and a heart-achingly realistic story - everyone, both teenagers and adults, should read it'
WATERSTONES.COM
'While addressing themes of loss, desperation, and injustice in an all-too-relevant setting, Fraillon's resonant novel underscores the healing power of story.'
Starred Review from PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
'Sensitively told and immensely moving'
THE BIG ISSUE
'Stories can change how people think and this book aims to do just that'
IRISH TIMES
'A profoundly poignant novel'
METRO
'This year many books have been published that tell sad stories about refugee children -- this is the best'
THE TIMES
'You would be hard pushed to find a book more harrowing and relevant than this one... a perfect introduction to a really difficult topic'
INIS
'Heartbreaking, wonderful and devastating at the same time ... I would definitely recommend this book'
TEEN TITLES
'Think of it as a powerful polemic, yes, but also think of it as a story of the redeeming power of friendship and the vital nature of storytelling'
THE BOOKBAG
'One of those rare, special books that will break your heart with its honesty and beauty, but is ultimately hopeful and uplifting'
BOOK TRUST
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781510101586 |
| PRICE | £7.99 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 320 |
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