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The Blue Book of Nebo

Name: The Blue Book of Nebo
Brand: Firefly Press Ltd
SKU: 9781913102784
Price: 29.99 NZD
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By Manon Steffan Ros

4.16

( 4,547 ratings, 699 reviews)

Summary

The Blue Book of Nebo by Manon Steffan Ros tells the story of a mother and her son surviving in a post-apocalyptic Wales. As they navigate their new world, they record their experiences and emotions in a notebook, offering insight into their evolving relationship and their reflections on loss, hope, and resilience.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this young adult novel if you appreciate post-apocalyptic stories combined with intimate family dynamics. The narrative artfully explores themes of survival, connection, and resilience, offering a touching glimpse into how relationships evolve in the face of adversity. Perfect for readers who enjoy heartfelt tales with a thought-provoking backdrop.

The Blue Book of Nebo

This is a subtle and beautifully told story of survival and adolescence against an eerie and unsettling backdrop, that will speak to YA and adult readers alike.

Written and published in Welsh, Llyfr Glas Nebo won the Prose Medal at the 2018 Eisteddfod and the triple crown of prizes at the 2019 Wales Book of the Year Award: the Aberystwyth University Fiction Award, the Golwg360 Barn y Bobl (People's Choice Award) and the Welsh-language Overall Winner. It has since been translated into a number of languages including French, Arabic, Polish and English.

Description

Dylan was six when The End came, back in 2018; when the electricity went off for good, and the 'normal' 21st-century world he knew disappeared.

Now he's 14 and he and his mam have survived in their isolated hilltop house above the village of Nebo in north-west Wales, learning new skills, and returning to old ways of living.

Despite their close understanding, the relationship between mother and son changes subtly as Dylan must take on adult responsibilities. And they each have their own secrets, which emerge as, in turn, they jot down their thoughts and memories within a found notebook - The Blue Book of Nebo.

Book 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?

The Blue Book of Nebo by Manon Steffan Ros has been praised for its evocative storytelling and atmospheric depiction of a post-apocalyptic Wales. Reviewers appreciate the nuanced portrayal of the relationship between a mother and son as they navigate a world stripped of modern conveniences. The book's poetic language and emotional depth have been highlighted as contributing factors to its enduring impact on readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781913102784

Publisher: Firefly Press Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Firefly Press Ltd

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 160

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About the Author

Manon Steffan Ros was born Snowdonia and worked as an actress before becoming a writer. She writes for adults and children and has won the Wales Book of the Year for her adult fiction as well as being fourtimes winner of the Tir na N'Og Welsh children's literature award. She has also won Eisteddfod and National Theatre Wales awards for her drama writing. She lives in north Wales with her sons.