Book details
Sticks and Stones
Description
Recently released from prison, Rex Jordan's estranged father hammers on the door in the middle of the night. The ensuing twenty-four hours will leave Rex's life in turmoil.Rex lives in rural Stokley, a town plagued with cruelty, bullying and ignorance. His time in school is a test of survival; his time at home spent protecting his younger brother from their alcoholic mother. His only escape is a clearing in the woods with just one entrance: under the cover of a boulder. Rex protects this place as one of isolation, but upon meeting a new student he can connect with, shares his secret place with another for the first time.The town is reeling from the disappearance of fellow-student Clare and buckling under the pressure of its monstrous tormentors. Can Rex cope and discover the truth, or is his mind getting away from him?
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
38 pages
Why to read
- The book provides unique insights into the complexities of human relationships.
- Dan Moore's storytelling is compelling and thought-provoking, keeping readers engaged from start to finish.
- The themes of resilience and overcoming adversity are particularly relevant in today's world.
- Readers who enjoy character-driven narratives will find the character development in 'Sticks and Stones' to be rich and satisfying.