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Childhood nostalgia and an enigmatic true story.
If the scent of old pages and the thrill of a 'Choose Your Own Adventure' book resonate with you, "The Boy in the Book" might just be your next page-turner. Nathan's journey intertwines a poignant personal discovery with a universal story of childhood and the power of books. It's a touching narrative that could evoke your own fond memories, or offer a unique perspective on the struggles that often accompany growing up.
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ISBN: 9780755365708
Authors:
Nathan Penlington
Publisher: Headline
Date of Publication: 2015-04-14
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.24
(rated by 170 readers)
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Childhood nostalgia and an enigmatic true story.
If the scent of old pages and the thrill of a 'Choose Your Own Adventure' book resonate with you, "The Boy in the Book" might just be your next page-turner. Nathan's journey intertwines a poignant personal discovery with a universal story of childhood and the power of books. It's a touching narrative that could evoke your own fond memories, or offer a unique perspective on the struggles that often accompany growing up.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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