A coming-of-age story about a boy who is used to flying under the radar, and the classroom of kids determined to help him stand out. This touching friendship tale is the perfect read for fans of Fish in a Tree and Song for a Whale.
"Austin's narration is conversational and observant." -Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
If Austin picked a color to describe his life, it would be tumbleweed brown. Austin doesn't like standing out. He's always the new kid, and there's no hiding his size. Plus, Austin has a secret: he struggles to read.
Then Austin meets Bertie, who is razzmatazz. Everything about Bertie is bursting! But the best part of his newest school is the Safety Squad, with their laser lemon vests. Their easy confidence and leadership stand out in the coolest way. Even when things are not so vibrant and life at home makes Austin feel pacific blue, for the first time, he wants to leave a mark. And the more Austin speaks up, the more he finds he may not be that different after all.
| ISBN: | 9781101932957 |
| Publication date: | 9th November 2021 |
| Author: | Jennifer Swender |
| Publisher: | Crown Books for Young Readers an imprint of Random House Children's Books |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 144 pages |
| Genres: |
Children’s / Teenage fiction: General, modern and contemporary fiction Stories about Family and Friends School Stories PSHE: Family Issues Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Physical and mental health conditions |