Someone’s Been Messing with Reality
by John Hearne
Interest age: 9 to 11
Reading age: 9+
Published by Little Island, 2024
About this book
When Martin sees his dad flying from the roof in a video, he starts to question everything. How come his mum can avert disaster easily, like not dropping the turkey at Christmas? Why does he really have to take strange pills? Why doesn’t he have any family?
And when his parents go missing and Martin finds a note asking him to send a distress signal, things get weird. Soon, Martin and his friends Tina and Enda discover a terrifying threat to the human race – and only Martin can put a stop to it. It will involve stealing cop cars, blowing up mines, and turning a paddling pool into a fighter aircraft.
This is a compelling blend of action and humour, with the three friends forced to be brave and to have each other’s backs. Enda had an accident a few years before and his brain hasn’t been the same since, but he’s still a crucial part of the team.
Set in a small town in Ireland, this story explores secrets – and what it takes to put others first. Fast-paced and fresh, this is a funny, thrilling adventure.
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