<p>âSkilfully weaves together themes of global warming and inequality to address the critical issue of the climate crisis. This book not only educates young readers about the urgency of addressing climate change, but also encourages them to contemplate their role in building a sustainable future." â <em>INIS Magazine</em></p>
<p>"Warmly and unsentimentaly told, the issues the two young people face are grippingly explored. The disproportionate impacts of climate change, and the effects of poverty and disability are intricately woven into an absorbing tale of two strong characters learning to help each other in order to survive. A page-turner with heart." â <em>The School Librarian</em></p>
<p>"This is a story about poverty, disability and climate change. Steve Cole uses simple, clear language, making the characters' struggles feel real and urgent ⌠A moving read that blends personal and global issues, giving readers a glimpse into the lives of those who are often forgotten." â <em>Teen Titles</em></p>
The terrifying impact of global warming on vulnerable lives is laid bare in this gripping tale of survival from internationally bestselling author Steve Cole.
Gayla is trapped when floodwater pours into her bedroom in a residential centre for kids with disabilities. The other children have been evacuated while Gayla waited for her father, but now the streets around are cut off and sheâs all alone with no way out.
Junjunâs makeshift shack has been washed away in the flood and he needs to find medicine for his sister, whoâs sick after drinking contaminated water.
At first these two young people seem to have little in common and pity each other, but as the waters continue to rise, can they find a way to work together to survive �
Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
The terrifying impact of global warming on vulnerable lives is laid bare in this gripping tale of survival from internationally bestselling author Steve Cole.
A gripping tale of survival amid environmental disaster (Dyslexia-friendly)
A gripping tale of survival amid environmental disaster (Dyslexia-friendly)
- 10 b/w, illus
- Depicts topical, hard-hitting and real-life threats, exploring the terrifying impact of global warming on island nations as well as the impact of poverty and disability on young peopleâs lives
- Follows the great success of Steveâs previous environmental fiction for Barrington Stoke, visually tied in with more stunning artwork from Oriol Vidal
- Steve is a hugely prolific and popular writer and, active in terms of events, he is a prominent name across bookshops, schools and libraries
- Title pitched for the 2024 FCBG Conference, included in an eco reads booklist, with additional backlist promotion for all of Steveâs Barrington Stoke titles
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Steve Cole is a bestselling childrenâs author. His various book series include Z. Rex, Thieves Like Us, Doctor Who, the three million copy selling Young Bond series. In other careers he has worked as an editor of books and magazines for readers of all ages. Steve lives in Aylesbury.