The Boy Who Fell From the Sky

In Benjamin Dean's novel, Zed, a twelve-year-old boy, discovers a frightened Demon named Spark, who wants to go back home. Zed must decide whether to stand up for what is right, even if it means going against his own family. The book combines the warmth and heart of Ross Welford's The 1,000-Year-Old Boy with the epic adventure and inseparable friendship of Frank Cottrell Boyce's Cosmic.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 18 January 2024
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd

In a captivating blend of warmth and heart reminiscent of Ross Welford's The 1,000-Year-Old Boy, and the epic adventure and unwavering friendship found in Frank Cottrell Boyce's Cosmic, Benjamin Dean presents an otherworldly middle-grade adventure that will transport readers to a realm of wonder. Twelve-year-old Zed, forever captivated by the demons that descend from the sky, dreams of following in his father's footsteps as a Hunter, dedicated to eradicating these creatures once and for all. However, everything Zed believed he knew is turned upside down when Spark, a frightened boy no older than Zed, appears and disrupts his world. Unlike the myths and legends, Spark yearns to return home, longing for the comfort of his familiar surroundings.

As Zed confronts this unexpected challenge, he is forced to confront the depths of his own courage and integrity. Can he stand up for what is right, even if it means going against his own family? Benjamin Dean's novel wears its heart on its sleeve, offering a life-affirming and must-read experience. With a dash of sparkle, it captures the essence of friendship, family, and inclusivity, leaving readers with a profound sense of joy and thoughtful contemplation.

Praise for Benjamin Dean's work has been abundant, with critics hailing his warm-hearted and cheering storytelling. The Guardian describes the novel as "life-affirming, with a dash of sparkle," while The Independent praises it as "a life-affirming, must-read." The Financial Times praises the novel's "big heart," and Katie Tsang, co-author of DRAGON MOUNTAIN, praises it as "vibrant, funny, and full of heart." Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of THE GIRL OF INK AND STARS, praises the book as "a joyful and thoughtful celebration of family, identity, and inclusivity," and Anna James, author of the PAGES & CO. series, describes it as "a joyful and thoughtful celebration of family, identity, and inclusivity."

In conclusion, Benjamin Dean's Twelve-year-old Zed and the Demons from the Sky is a captivating middle-grade adventure that blends the warmth and heart of Ross Welford's The 1,000-Year-Old Boy with the epic adventure and inseparable friendship of Frank Cottrell Boyce's Cosmic. With its otherworldly premise, thought-provoking themes, and engaging characters, this novel is sure to captivate readers of all ages. Prepare to be transported to a realm of wonder and discover the power of courage, friendship, and standing up for what is right.

Weight: 228g
Dimension: 198 x 130 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398518742