Super-Readable Rollercoasters: I Am The Minotaur

Anthony McGowan

Super-Readable Rollercoasters: I Am The Minotaur

Anthony McGowan

ISBN:	9780198494874
Binding:	Paperback
Published:	28 Dec 2020
Availability:	59
Series:	Rollercoasters

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$22.99 NZD

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Description

Matthew is 14 and is struggling to fit in - something that's extra hard when you're taking care of your mum, being bullied at school, and have earned the nickname Stinky Mog because of your poor personal hygiene. On top of all that, he wants to catch the attention of one of the coolest girls in school, Ari. Ari doesn't walk: she floats, like mist on the water. And she's as sporty as she is cool. When Ari's brand new bike is stolen, Matthew spots his chance to make a good impression by getting it back for her... But will he just end up in even more trouble or is Matthew is about to learn that friendship and heroes can be found in unlikely places?
This is a gritty yet touching story of one teenager's struggles with bullying and isolation, written by Carnegie Medal Winning author Anthony McGowan, and is perfect for less-confident readers.

p.1 I am the Minotaur
p.119 Author spotlight
p.121 Background to the novel
p.126 Who's who in this novel
p.127 What to read next
p.128 What do you think?
p.130 Word list

Authors

Author Anthony McGowan

Reviews

`... McGowan is superb at stories about children who do not have all the advantages. In this succinct and poignant rite-of passage story he gets inside the head of Matthew, a school outcast whose mother is not always up to the job of mothering. It carries you irresistibly with him from first to last.' The Sunday Times

`A touching novel that sensitively and realistically deals with a wide range of themes: mental health, young carers, poverty, bullying and friendship. A MUST read for this January and beyond!' Jack Greaves, VIP Reading

`This is a real page turner, and one that endears and keeps the attention of any reluctant young teen reader. A wide range of vocabulary that isn't too daunting, also very readable in a short space of time. Stinky Mog is one of those characters that stay with you. Loved it.' Bill- aged 12, 5* Amazon Review