![]() īurke transforms what looks like a bullied in school story to a tension stayed thriller that asks bigger questions about the nature of violence and revenge. ![]() In a small, bully-rich town like Strathven, there are a lot of them. JC Burke is at her best writing challenging, thought-provoking novels for older readers. Damon Styles keeps a list of those who have crossed him. There was never a moment when I wanted to put down this taut story about small town perceptions and prejudices. There were moments when I was put in mind of Robert Cormier, as the reading journey grew darker. Holly Harper, Children's Book Specialist, There were moments reading PIG BOY that I could barely breathe, such was the tension. JC Burke has created an absolutely unforgettable cast of characters in PIG BOY, and I have no doubt that this confronting book will appeal to everyone who has ever felt like the world is against them. But it's not just Damon who shines in PIG BOY. I haven't been this impressed with a main character in quite some time. ![]() PIG BOY is an intelligent novel that pushes you out of your comfort zone. You won't be forgetting Damon in a while. Burke captures the emotions of a victim being pushed to the edge and lets the readers make up their own mind about him. Burkes 11th novel The Things We Promise has. Pig Boy was made a CBCA Notable Book for 2012 as well as an inclusion in the White Ravens Catalogue for Outstanding International Books. Burkes Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. ![]() It's hard-hitting, shocking and brutally honest. Burke was born on 1965 in Sydney, Australia. Burke doesn't hold back with Damon's narrative. ![]() It may attract some controversy but it also raises awareness of the issues of bullying and boys. J.C Burke's impressive track record continues with her new book. ![]()
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Crystal loves her bruderskinner and cheerfully helps her sister-in-law through a difficult pregnancy with babies number seven and eight, but she yearns for a husband and children of her own.ĭuane Bontrager is mourning the recent death of his wife, Connie, after twenty-four years of marriage. but they wanted so much more.Ĭrystal Glick is grateful to live with her brother's family since her father died and her fiancé, Owen, broke their engagement. Get swept away in the first installment of Amy Clipston's Amish Legacy series. ![]() ![]() ![]() With Franklin's birth imminent, Reed Richards and his teammates, the Human Torch and the Thing, journeyed into the anti-matter dimension called the Negative Zone to find the only means known to Mister Fantastic of saving his wife and unborn son: the Cosmic Control Rod wielded by Annihilus, one of its most dangerous inhabitants. 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