The Starlings

Immerse yourself in the heartfelt world of 'The Starlings,' an extraordinary novel that intricately weaves together themes of loss, love, and childhood adventure. Set in March 1985, this poignant tale follows young Nicky Starling as he grapples with the recent death of his beloved grandmother, Didie, and the pain of his father's football team's disappointing start to the season. With 368 pages of beautifully crafted prose from The Text Publishing Company, this trade paperback encapsulates the struggles of a boy who finds solace in the majestic tales of King Arthur and Shakespeare, rather than the world of football. As Nicky navigates the fragile landscape of his family life, readers will experience the emotional highs and lows that shape his journey of self-discovery. 'The Starlings' is not just a story; it’s a significant coming-of-age novel that highlights the complexities of family dynamics and the beauty of storytelling. This brand-new addition, published in 2017, is a must-read for fans of literary fiction and anyone searching for relatable childhood experiences. Enjoy free shipping on this captivating book from Smartfox NZ – your premier online store for all things literary. Delve into the enchanting world of 'The Starlings' and uncover a narrative that speaks to the heart and the imagination.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925498059
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2017
Publisher: The Text Publishing Company
Pages: 368


Description:
It's March 1985 and Nicky Starling is turning eight, but it's a sad day. Nicky's grandmother Didie has just died. Almost worse - his father's beloved football team has lost the first match of the season. Nicky will miss Didie but he still has Rose, Didie's nurse. He wishes he could love footy, but what he really loves are the tales of King Arthur and stories from Shakespeare that his mother reads to him and that he acts out in his bedroom. But these stories don't have happy endings, an alarming fact for a boy whose family life is starting to fracture. Funny, tender and savage, The Starlings is a wonderfully entertaining novel about secrets and defeat, about heroism and love, about what it might mean to lose everything.

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