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Lark
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Lark
An uncompromising and heart-breaking end to the story of Nicky and Kenny, the beloved brothers of the Carnegie-shortlisted Rook, beautifully told in McGowan's gritty and deeply moving prose.
WINNER OF THE 2020 CARNEGIE MEDAL
Nature’s fury tests a brother’s courage and a dog’s loyalty in this Carnegie Medal winning ending to the story of the beloved brothers of the Truth of Things series.
WINNER OF THE 2020 CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL.
Things are tense at home for Nicky and Kenny. Their mum's coming to visit and it will be the first time they've seen her in years. A lot has changed since they were little, and Nicky's not so sure he's ready to see her again.
When they head for a trek across the moors to take their minds off everything, a series of unforeseen circumstances leaves the brothers in a vulnerable and very dangerous position. There might even be a chance that this time not everyone will make it home alive…
Series: The Truth of Things
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Lark by Anthony McGowan is praised for its emotional depth and powerful storytelling, appealing to both young and adult readers. Critics highlight its heart-rending nature while noting its perfectly balanced humour and poignancy. Reviewers commend McGowan's ability to craft a classic narrative with sparse yet impactful language, packing a significant emotional punch.

Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781781128435
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 04 January 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd
Contributors:
- Cover design or artwork by Nick Hayes
Audience: Children, Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 10.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 200g
Pages: 120
About the Author
ANTHONY MCGOWAN is the author of many critically acclaimed YA novels including Hellbent, Henry Tumour and The Knife That Killed Me, the last of which has been released as a film. He won the 2006 BookTrust Teenage Prize, the 2007 Catalyst Award and has been shortlisted for a raft of other major children's literature prizes, including the Carnegie Medal for Rook in 2018.
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