Can You Feel the Noise?

Sophie is a young musician who loses her hearing in a life-changing event, but discovers the vibrations of sound through an old set of drums and wonders if life onstage is still within reach. This is a powerful, moving, and uplifting story that highlights the gift of perseverance.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2022
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

A profound tale of inner strength and unwavering determination in the face of a life-altering event, from the acclaimed author of "The Bubble Boy." This captivating story is sure to captivate fans of R. J. Palacio's "Wonder" and Lisa Thompson's "The Goldfish Boy."

Life is going smoothly for Sophie. She's managing well in school, has a fantastic group of friends, and their band has advanced to the semifinals of the Battle of the Bands competition. But when Sophie wakes up one morning completely deaf, the life she once knew seems like a distant memory. Hospital visits replace lessons, and conversations become an exercise in lip-reading. Sophie becomes more and more reserved as a result. Until she discovers the vibrations of sound through an old set of drums and wonders if her life on stage is still within reach.

"Can You Feel the Noise?" is a deeply personal and moving story that will leave a lasting impression on readers long after they've finished. Drawing on the author's own hearing impairment, the book offers a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of living with hearing loss.

Praise for "Can You Feel the Noise?" has been pouring in. "Powerful, moving, and uplifting," Polly Ho-Yen, author of "Boy in the Tower," praised the book. "This beautifully-told story highlights the gift of perseverance." Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of "Think Like a Boss," also expressed her admiration, calling it a "moving, empathy-boosting, and hopeful story about a young musician navigating hearing loss." A. M. Howell, author of "The Garden of Lost Secrets," praised the book for its sensitive and brilliant portrayal of hearing loss, filled with humor and hope.

In conclusion, "Can You Feel the Noise?" is a must-read for anyone who appreciates a powerful and uplifting story. With its captivating characters, compelling plot, and important themes, this book will leave readers inspired and uplifted. Don't miss out on this remarkable tale of resilience and the power of music.

Weight: 212g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781471191275