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The Colour of the Sun

By David Almond
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The Colour of the Sun by David Almond is a contemplative children's novel that follows a day in the life of a boy named Davie in a small town in Northumberland. After a mysterious murder occurs, Davie embarks on a journey through his community and the surrounding countryside. Along the way, he encounters various characters and reflects on themes of life, death, and the beauty of the world around him, ultimately exploring the balance between reality and imagination.
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You might enjoy this book if you love stories of adventure and mystery with a touch of magical realism. It’s perfect for readers who appreciate beautiful prose that captures the essence of childhood and the wonder of the natural world. The book offers insightful reflections on life, loss, and discovery, making it an enriching read for both young and older audiences.

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The Colour of the Sun

This is a moving, funny and inspirational novel from the bestselling author of Skellig. *Shortlisted for the 2018 Costa Book Awards.*

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This is a moving, funny and inspirational novel from the bestselling author of SKELLIG.

"The day is long, the world is wide, you're young and free."

One hot summer morning, Davie steps boldly out of his front door. The world he enters is very familiar - the little Tyneside town that has always been his home - but as the day passes, it becomes ever more mysterious.

A boy has been killed, and Davie thinks he might know who is responsible. He turns away from the gossip and excitement and sets off roaming towards the sunlit hills above the town.

As the day goes on, the real and the imaginary start to merge, and Davie knows that neither he nor his world will ever be the same again.

This an outstanding novel full of warmth and light, from a multi-award-winning author. David Almond says: 'I guess it embodies my constant astonishment at being alive in this beautiful, weird, extraordinary world.'

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The Colour of the Sun by David Almond has been praised for its emotional depth and masterful storytelling, showcasing the author's talent in engaging young readers. Almond, known for his award-winning book Skellig, is celebrated for his unique ability to blend emotional and narrative skill, making him a standout figure in children's literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444941135

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 January 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 193.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 240

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational David Almond Teen Thrills Young Adult

About the Author

David Almond is the author of Skellig, My Name is Mina, Island, Bone Music and many other novels, stories, picture books, opera librettos, songs and plays. His work is translated into 40 languages, and is widely adapted for stage and screen. His major awards include the Carnegie Medal, two Whitbread Awards, the Eleanor Farjeon Award, the Michael L Printz Award (USA), Le Prix Sorcieres (France), the Nonino International Prize, the James Kruss Prize and the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize. He has also won the Hans Christian Andersen Award, the world's most prestigious prize for children's authors. In 2021, David was awarded an OBE for services to literature.

David speaks at festivals and conferences around the world. He is Emeritus Professor of Creative Writing at Bath Spa University. He is widely regarded as one of the most exciting, inspirational and innovative children's authors writing today. He has one amazing daughter. He lives in Newcastle, the city in which he was born.

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