About a Boy
byNick Hornby
Thirty-six-year-old Londoner Will loves his life. Living carefree off the royalties of his dad's Christmas song, he's rich, unattached and has zero responsibilities - just the way he likes it. But when Will meets Marcus, an awkward twelve-year-old who listens to Joni Mitchell and accidentally kills ducks with loaves of bread, an unlikely friendship starts to bloom. Can this odd duo teach each another how to finally act their age? Hugely funny and equally heartfelt, Nick Hornby's classic proves you're never too old to grow up. Perfect for fans of David Nicholls and Mike Gayle.
Language
en
Published on
01/02/2014
Pages
288
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780241969809
Who is this book for? Readers who enjoy character-driven stories with humor and heart.
Topics ManlinessFatherhoodSingle-parent groupsFriendshipComing of ageRelationshipsParentingIdentityGrowing upHumorComing of AgeLove
MoodHumorous, Hopeful
HumorOccasional Humor
RomanceMinor Subplot
Explicit scenesSuggestive Themes
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