A coming-of-age novel of a sporting hero - a rock-climber, balancing also his father's ambition and self-fulfilment.
Vicky Jones was born in Zambia and grew up in central and southern Africa, but now lives in New Zealand, and has joint New Zealand/UK citizenship. She is an award-winning author in New Zealand, notably as a finalist four times for the prestigious New Zealand Post Award, and winning it for her first ever book. She is married, and has two sons.
"The language is realistic and simple and will appeal to pre-teens
as well as to the younger teenager."
*Telegraph*
"Pacy, well written and draws the reader in"
*Marlborough Express*
"Remarkable...This is a sensitive and powerful novel."
*Magpies*
"A hugely satisfying high-energy read for that tough but
oh-so-tender teen."
*North and South*
"A well-written adventure and a powerful yet accessible text."
*Write Away*
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