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The Philippines, 100 years ago. A boy called Samkad wants to become a man. He is desperate to be given his own shield, spear and axe. His best friend, Luki, wants to be a warrior too - but she is a girl and that is forbidden. Then a new boy arrives in the village and everything changes. He brings news that a people called 'Americans' are bringing war right to his home . . .

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Very special * The Times *
Gourlay's evocative writing grips from the outset * Guardian *
A master storyteller * Scotsman *
Vividly drawn . . . mesmerising * Observer *

Bone Talk

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    A Paperback / softback by Candy Gourlay

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      Publisher: David Fickling Books
      Publication Date: 13/12/2018
      ISBN13: 9781788450188, 978-1788450188
      ISBN10: 1788450183
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      The Philippines, 100 years ago. A boy called Samkad wants to become a man. He is desperate to be given his own shield, spear and axe. His best friend, Luki, wants to be a warrior too - but she is a girl and that is forbidden. Then a new boy arrives in the village and everything changes. He brings news that a people called 'Americans' are bringing war right to his home . . .

      Trade Review
      Very special * The Times *
      Gourlay's evocative writing grips from the outset * Guardian *
      A master storyteller * Scotsman *
      Vividly drawn . . . mesmerising * Observer *

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