The Book of Boy

The Book of Boy

3.8 (3,526 ratings by Goodreads)
3.8 (3,526 ratings by Goodreads)

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Description

A truly special and unique historical adventure -
perfect for readers aged 9+!
' ... an extraordinary mixture of the historical and fantastic.'
THE GUARDIAN


'This is a fascinating tale which brings a quest, scuffles,
dastardly thieves, and twists galore together in a story which
brings alive the culture and people of the time.' HISTORICAL
NOVEL SOCIETY


The year is 1350. Boy, a hunchbacked, sweet-natured goatherd,
is content in his quiet country life. But when a shadowy pilgrim
with a dangerous past arrives on the farm, his world is turned upside
down.


Secundus is a man on a mission, and upon first sight of Boy, enlists
him as his servant, ripping him away from tranquility and
plunging them both into a perilous medieval treasure hunt ... but
there is more to the pilgrim's quest than meets the eye.





An unforgettable middle-grade historical adventure, The
Book of Boy already feels like a classic.


Two unpredictable and moving twists elevate this adventure
into something truly special and unique.

Themes of loyalty, courage and self-acceptance prevail
in a story that's warm, wise and touchingly funny.


Catherine Gilbert Murdock is an acclaimed author in the
US, but this will represent her UK debut.
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Product details

  • Paperback | 320 pages
  • 133 x 199 x 22mm | 230g
  • Somerset, United Kingdom
  • English
  • 1911490575
  • 9781911490579
  • 20,762

Rating details

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- 3,526 ratings
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