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The Terrible Thing that Happened to Barnaby Brocket

By John Boyne
Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers

By John Boyne
Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers

By John Boyne
Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers

By John Boyne
Illustrated by Oliver Jeffers

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Paperback $7.99

Oct 14, 2014 | ISBN 9780307977656 | Middle Grade (8-12)

Ebook $6.99

Jan 08, 2013 | ISBN 9780307977649 | Middle Grade (8-12)

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    About The Terrible Thing that Happened to Barnaby Brocket

    Barnaby Brocket is an ordinary 8-year-old boy in most ways, but he was born different in one important way: he floats. Unlike everyone else, Barnaby does not obey the law of gravity. His parents, who have a horror of being noticed, want desperately for Barnaby to be normal, but he can’t help who he is. And when the unthinkable happens, Barnaby finds himself on a journey that takes him all over the world. From Brazil to New York, Canada to Ireland, and even to space, the floating boy meets all sorts of different people—and discovers who he really is along the way.

    This whimsical novel will delight middle graders, and make readers of all ages question the meaning of normal.

    About The Terrible Thing that Happened to Barnaby Brocket

    Barnaby Brocket is an ordinary 8-year-old boy in most ways, but he was born different in one important way: he floats. Unlike everyone else, Barnaby does not obey the law of gravity. His parents, who have a horror of being noticed, want desperately for Barnaby to be normal, but he can’t help who he is. And when the unthinkable happens, Barnaby finds himself on a journey that takes him all over the world. From Brazil to New York, Canada to Ireland, and even to space, the floating boy meets all sorts of different people—and discovers who he really is along the way.

    This whimsical novel will delight middle graders, and make readers of all ages question the meaning of normal.

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    About John Boyne

    John Boyne is the author of thirteen novels for adults, six for younger readers, and a collection of short stories. His 2006 novel, The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, was a number one New York Times bestseller with more than… More about John Boyne

    About Oliver Jeffers

    Oliver Jeffers From his much-loved debut, How to Catch a Star he has gone on to create a collection of award-winning and bestselling picture books, which have been translated all over the globe, including the #1 New York Times bestseller… More about Oliver Jeffers

    About John Boyne

    John Boyne is the author of thirteen novels for adults, six for younger readers, and a collection of short stories. His 2006 novel, The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, was a number one New York Times bestseller with more than… More about John Boyne

    About Oliver Jeffers

    Oliver Jeffers From his much-loved debut, How to Catch a Star he has gone on to create a collection of award-winning and bestselling picture books, which have been translated all over the globe, including the #1 New York Times bestseller… More about Oliver Jeffers

    Product Details

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Action & Adventure

    Paperback | $7.99
    Published by Yearling
    Oct 14, 2014 | 288 Pages | 5-3/16 x 7-5/8 | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780307977656

    Category: Children’s Middle Grade Action & Adventure

    Ebook | $6.99
    Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
    Jan 08, 2013 | 288 Pages | Middle Grade (8-12) | ISBN 9780307977649

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    Praise

    Starred Review, Publishers Weekly, December 3, 2012:
    “It’s a fun and thought-provoking story of self-discovery, and the humor and gentleness with which Boyne delivers his message make it both unforgettable and delightful.”

    Awards

    Oppenheim Toy Portfolio WINNER 2012

    Children’s Book Committee at Bank Street College Children’s Book of the Year SELECTION 2014

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