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Imaginary Friend
From the author of The Perks Of Being a Wallflower
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See moreAn epic literary event twenty years in the making: the new novel from Stephen Chbosky - author of multi-million copy sensation The Perks of Being a Wallflower.
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'Astonishing . . . Genius . . . A masterpiece' EMMA WATSON
Imaginary Friend by Stephen Chbosky is a gripping novel centred on seven-year-old Christopher Reese, who has already faced significant challenges in his young life and is about to encounter even more.
His mother, Kate Reese, has dedicated herself to protecting Christopher, a task that will demand more from her than she ever anticipated.
The Reeses have moved to Mill Grove, Pennsylvania, an ordinary and secluded town that seems perfect for the events about to unfold.
Something inexplicable and profound is on the horizon, affecting everyone, from Christopher and his mother to the local sheriff, the residents of the retirement home, and the students at the school.
It is an occurrence no one can adequately explain, but its effects are palpable and will forever alter the community.
'Haunting and thrilling' JOHN GREEN 'Unputdownable. You'll fall in love with these characters.' R. J. PALACIO 'Warms the heart, freezes the blood . . . First class' DAILY TELEGRAPHBook Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Imaginary Friend by Stephen Chbosky is praised for being a gripping and chilling read, filled with deep emotional resonance and memorable characters. The novel is described as a unique experience, with a compelling narrative that keeps readers engaged. It is celebrated for its ambition and its ability to transcend the typical boundaries of the crime and thriller genre.
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ISBN: 9781409184829
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 November 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Orion (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd )
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 56.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 589g
Pages: 864
About the Author
Stephen Chbosky's first novel, THE PERKS OF BEING A WALLFLOWER has sold over 3.6 million copies in the English language. In the twenty years since, Stephen has become a prominent screenwriter and director. In 2012 he wrote and directed the film adaptation of PERKS. In 2017 penned the live action adaptation of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and co-wrote and directed the screenplay of the mega-bestselling novel WONDER starring Julia Roberts.
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