Bon raised his hand as if to say hello to me, but I turned quickly away. I didn't want anyone to know that we knew each other, much less that we were related.
Simon French Libri
Simon French crea narrazioni che approfondiscono le intricate relazioni e i viaggi emotivi dei suoi personaggi, spesso ispirandosi ai bambini che ha incontrato. La sua scrittura è caratterizzata da calore e intuizione, catturando le sfumature dell'esperienza umana con sensibilità e profondità. Le storie di French risuonano con i lettori attraverso la loro autentica rappresentazione dell'infanzia e della crescita, offrendo un'esperienza di lettura ricca e stimolante. Con una passione per la narrazione e una profonda comprensione della psicologia umana, continua a creare opere che sono sia commoventi che memorabili.
Where in the World
- 208pagine
- 8 ore di lettura
Struggling with the upheaval of moving from Germany to Australia, Ari grapples with feelings of isolation and loss, particularly after leaving behind his grandfather. His passion for music, once a source of connection and comfort, feels distant in this new environment. As he navigates the challenges of adjusting to a new life and accepting his stepfather, Ari experiences profound disappointments and grief. Ultimately, he discovers that music can heal his wounds and guide him toward a hopeful future.
Joyriding Down Utopia Avenue
- 74pagine
- 3 ore di lettura
The collection offers a rollercoaster of emotions as characters seek thrills that often lead to disillusionment. Set against the backdrop of suburbia, it features a blend of tender, humorous, and poignant moments. Readers are taken on a journey filled with unexpected twists that challenge perceptions, compelling them to reconsider their experiences and the realities of life. The narrative is marked by surprising revelations that keep the audience engaged and reflective.
Arkie ist zwölf und lebt mit ihrem kleinen Bruder, ihrer Mutter und deren Freund Michael in einem kleinen Strandhaus in Sidney. Ihr Alltag ist unspektakulär, bis sich plötzlich schleichend Veränderungen ergeben. Arkie steckt mitten in der Pubertät, nichts verläuft mehr in gewohnten Bahnen. Von heute auf morgen zerstreitet sie sich mit ihrer besten Freundin Kylie, und auch die Auseinandersetzungen mit ihrem kleinen Bruder werden immer heftiger. Was ist nur los mit ihr?§Da entdeckt sie die alte Abstellkammer und schwatzt sie ihren Eltern als erstes eigenes Zimmer ab. Hier findet sie nicht nur den Freiraum, den sie braucht, sondern auch allerhand verstaubten Kram, unter anderem eine alte Kamera, die sie gleich ausprobiert...§
