Anthony mcgowan - lark (Barrington Stoke Ltd)

An uncompromising and heartbreaking end to the story of Nicky and Kenny, the beloved brothers of the Carnegie shortlisted 'Rook' beautifully told in McGowan's gritty realism. Things are getting tense at home for Nicky and Kenny. Mum's coming to visit and it'll be the first time they've seen her in years. A lot has changed since they were little and Nicky's not so sure he's ready to see her again. When they head for a trek across the moors to take their minds off everything, a series of unforseen circumstances could leave the brothers in a vulnerable and very dangerous position... Reading age 9 interest age teen.