'The Terrible Thing That Happened to Barnaby Brocket' by John Boyne is a heartwarming tale about a boy named Barnaby who defies gravity, which causes his family to struggle with accepting his uniqueness. Throughout the story, Barnaby embarks on a journey filled with adventures and life lessons, learning to embrace his differences and be true to himself despite societal pressures. The writing style is described as imaginative, creative, and easy to read, making it an enjoyable experience for both children and adults alike.
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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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John Boyne was born in Ireland in 1971. He is the author of eleven novels for adults, five for younger readers and a collection of short stories. His 2006 novel The Boy In the Striped Pajamas sold 9 million copies worldwide…
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