People Like Stars

Patrice Lawrence

Publisher: Scholastic
Publication Date: 30/01/2025 ISBN: 9780702315640 Category:
Paperback / Softback

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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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