Lou's world is changing, breaking down, chaos is seeping in- a touching , unsettling and darkly hilarious novel told by a cool narrator who observes the world-school, family, love- in a way that makes you want to laugh and cry. 'Hilarious.' Mugglenet. Sunday Times Book of the Week, nominated for The Carnegie. An outstanding debut-funny, brave and unpredictable. A beautiful blend of humour, insight, compassion and a touch of darkness. The narrator's voice is strong, funny and original.

 

This book was recognised by the Branford Boase Award. The Branford Boase Award is awarded annually for an outstanding first novel to a first-time writer of a book for young people. At the same time, it marks the important contribution of the editor in identifying and nurturing new talent.

There are 272 pages in this book. This book was published 2017 by Everything with Words .

Emily Critchley grew up in Essex and moved to London where she now lives. She left school at sixteen and studied creative writing at London Metropolitan University where she gained a first. This is her first book for young adults.