The Second Hand Boy

Billy's best friend leaves town, leaving him alone and struggling with bullies and caring for his mother. However, when he receives a second-hand book, he is drawn into an icy world of parallel universes, where he must face his problems head-on and learn to accept himself.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2024
Publisher: UCLan Publishing

Billy's best friend leaves town, leaving him alone and overwhelmed with problems. He struggles to cope with bullies and care for his mother, feeling trapped and helpless. But when his mother gives him a second-hand book, everything changes.

Billy is drawn into an icy world of parallel universes, where things aren't quite as they seem. He meets a mysterious girl named Lily, who knows more about this world than he does. Together, they embark on a journey to uncover the truth about Billy's past and the secrets of the parallel universes.

As they delve deeper into this world, Billy discovers that he has extraordinary abilities that he never knew he had. He can manipulate time and space, and he has the power to heal others. With Lily's help, he learns to control his abilities and use them for good.

Through their journey, Billy and Lily face many challenges and obstacles. They must navigate through dangerous landscapes and confront powerful enemies. But they are determined to find the truth and save the parallel universes from destruction.

The Second-Hand Boy is a powerful story of resilience, friendship, and self-discovery. It teaches readers that even when things seem impossible, there is always hope and that we can overcome our challenges with the help of others. It is a story that will resonate with middle-grade readers and inspire them to believe in themselves and their abilities.

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915235879