The Listener: Colour Graffix by Elizabeth Laird
Allen and Unwin, 2010. ISBN 9781408122358.
The central character in Elizabeth Laird's graphic novel, Gavin Foster,
is not happy because he is sent to his Gran's for the weekend, but,
when he arrives at Gran's house no one is there. The mystery deepens
when Gavin goes out back and sees footsteps printed in the snow. What
happens next?
The Listener is a mystery and an adventure as we follow Gavin's
quest
to find his Gran. It is a fresh and original book that will be great
for middle school children. And once you start reading it you will not
be able to stop. The book draws you in from the first chapter.
Elizabeth Laird writes great book for children and young adults, titles
include, Hiding Out, The Witching Hour and On the
Run.
Tyson Brown (Year 9)