Bernard Beckett

Lullaby by Bernard Beckett tells the poignant tale of Rene, whose twin brother Theo lies unconscious in hospital following a freak accident that has severely disrupted his brain function. Despite the dire situation, there is a glimmer of hope. An experimental procedure presents a chance for Theo to gain a new life. This procedure is risky, scientifically exciting, yet ethically...

A hidden world, mysterious villains, two sets of twins and one epic competition set the scene for this magical middle-grade adventure by an award-winning NZ author. In an abandoned house at the end of their street, twin brothers Stefan and Arlo discover a young girl hiding in its dusty shadows. Alice needs their help-her twin sister is locked in a...

Marko surfaces from a drug-induced haze to find himself hidden from the world in a psychiatric ward. He is certain the Doctor means to kill him, and he in turn has vengeful plans of his own. But how is it he came to stop taking his medication? Who can Marko trust and how much time does he have? Time enough...

Malcolm & Juliet by Bernard Beckett is a hilarious and crazy YA novel where Malcolm decides to make a documentary about sex. As a result, a series of humourous and unexpected events unfold. This book captures the essence of a modern TV sit-com. Filled with moments of farce and slapstick, a group of quirky teenagers find themselves in extraordinary situations...