Knowing the Score

Gemma longs to know her family, who she has never met, but her mother refuses to let her. When Gemma's mother is invited on an adults-only holiday, Gemma sees it as a chance to uncover the story behind the family rift and convinces her to let her stay with her uncle Joe. Gemma suspects that Joe and her grandmother are keeping secrets, but as the truth emerges, she must find a way to bring her family back together.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 09 May 2024
Publisher: Little Tiger Press Group

For as long as Gemma can remember, she and her mother have been a formidable duo, standing against the world together. Their bond is unbreakable, but deep down, Gemma yearns to connect with the rest of her family. Her grandmother, Gran, and her mother's brother, Joe, whom her mother abandoned around the time Gemma was born, remain distant figures in her life.

As the summer holidays approach, Gemma seizes an opportunity to unravel the family rift and persuades her mother to allow her to stay with Joe. He presents himself as the perfect uncle, exuding fun, warmth, and generosity. He even enrolls Gemma in a tennis camp, igniting a newfound passion for the sport. However, Gemma can't shake the nagging suspicion that Joe and Gran are hiding something. As the truth unfolds, Gemma embarks on a mission to reunite her family.

DIGGER AND ME is a poignant tale that explores the complexities of family relationships. It delves into themes of forgiveness, second chances, and the power of understanding. Written with heart and hope, this book will resonate with fans of Jacqueline Wilson, Lisa Thompson, Susin Nielsen, and Cath Howe.

Praise for DIGGER AND ME has been pouring in. Gill Lewis, the author of SWAN SONG, exclaimed, "A wonderful tale, told with heart, hope, and a shiny wet nose." Hilary McKay, the acclaimed author of THE SKYLARKS WAR, praised it as "a really special book." Cath Howe, the author of ELLA ON THE OUTSIDE, added, "A story full of humanity."

Knowing the Score is an ideal summer holiday reading choice for Y6s and Y7s. It offers engaging storytelling and relatable themes that will captivate young readers and transport them to a world of family dynamics and personal growth.

Weight: 240g
Dimension: 198 x 128 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788956765