Synopsis
When an elderly eccentric collector and a troubled teen become each other's only hope of getting their lives back on track, what can possibly go wrong?Alfred is an elderly widower who uses antiques and collectibles to fill the hole in his heart left by his late wife. Kian is a lost teen who has been let down by the care...
Details
10 April 2025304 pages
9781035057757Imprint: Pan
Reviews
A very real and heartwarming story about the life-changing power of friendship and found family. A complete joy. I loved itAlexandra Potter, bestselling author of Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up
This is a treasure of a story. Told with humour and heart, the writing is so beautifully skilful that it appears effortless. I loved Alfred and Kian, loved their dynamic, and was genuinely moved by the growing bond between them. A must-readFiza Saeed McLynn, author of The Midnight Carousel
A lovely, beautifully executed novel, full of compassion, warmth and insight. An immersive, uplifting read for these troubled timesLaura Barnett, author of The Versions of Us
