My Brother's Shadow
Binding: Paperback
Imprint: Andersen Press
Age 9+
Children's & Young Adult Fiction & True Stories
My name is Kaia.
I’m frozen because of what happened.
I’m trapped because of what I saw.
Can someone help me to grow again?
Kaia is frozen when her brother dies, but can an unexpected friend help her to grow again?
Creators
Tom Avery was born and raised in London in a very large, very loud family, descendants of the notorious pirate Henry Avery. He trained as a teacher and has worked with children in inner city schools in London and Birmingham. Tom lives in Amsterdam with his wife and two sons.
Reviews
Full of tenderness and hope
Julia Eccleshare, Lovereading
A brave book, beautifully produced, carefully written, and it will stay with you long after you have finished it
Books for Keeps
A thoughtful, beautifully-illustrated book… I would highly recommend this book and would like to see it go on to win an award.
Reading Zone
Well-written and beautifully illustrated . . . this is one of the best-looking books I’ve seen for a long time.
The Bookbag
Magical, heart-breaking and hopeful, this illustrated tale of love and loss is definitely a recommended read.
Formby Books
Sensitively told, much helped by Kate Grove’s dark and atmospheric illustrations.
The School Librarian
This difficult subject is deftly handled by Tom Avery
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