Publication Date: September 9, 2021
About the Book
A haunting illustrated novel from the author of the highly acclaimed Thornhill.
Told in two alternating narratives, The Hideaway tells the story of Billy McKenna, who runs away from home and takes refuge in an overgrown graveyard. The first narrative is told from his perspective, whereas the second thread tells of the situation at home and the police search for Billy. Covering themes of domestic violence, families, childhood, being separated and reunited, this is an important and beautifully illustrated book for middle grade readers right up to adults.
The Hideaway is illustrated throughout with tonal and textured black and white drawings. The atmospheric illustrations seep into the edge of the pages before they give way to a series of double-page spreads as the story reaches its climax.
Praise for THE HIDEAWAY
"Love, loneliness, and grief are portrayed in grayscale illustrations...that expertly use light and shadow to convey mood...Atmospherically heartfelt and cathartic." —Kirkus Reviews"The new book by the amazingly gifted Pam Smy ... What an exquisite and beguiling interweaving of word and image" —Anthony McGowan"An original, haunting story" —The Bookseller"Heartbreaking yet heartwarming … Smy’s artwork lends the book a wintry, dramatic feel, but when it comes time for the spirits of the graveyard to be reunited, her spreads are full of joy" —BookTrust
Giveaway is open to International.
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5 Winners will receive a Copy of THE HIDEAWAY with Bookplates by Pam Smy.
ENDS: NOVEMBER 24, 2021
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