About this ebook
Greg’s casual interest in the history of a ruined mansion becomes more personal as he slowly discovers the tragic events that overwhelmed its last inhabitants. Set against a background of the modern day and the First World War, Greg’s contemporary beliefs become intertwined with those of Edmund, a foot soldier whose confusion about his sexuality and identity mirrors Greg’s own feelings of insecurity.
This is a complex and thought-provoking book, written with elegance and subtlety. It will change the way you think.
This is a complex and thought-provoking book, written with elegance and subtlety. It will change the way you think.
About the author
Linda Newbery has written over 20 books for young people. This is her first for David Fickling Books.
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