Annan Water

by Kate Thompson

Michael leads a bleak, unhappy existence, working for his parents' horse-dealing business, occasionally attending school and trying to come to terms with a family tragedy. Then he meets the vibrant and rebellious Annie, who lives the other side of the mysterious River Annan, and the two become close.

This novel evokes a strong sense of place and is a compelling exploration of the issues of young adulthood: the search for love, loyalty, independence and meaning.

Publisher: Red Fox