| Small Fish Big Fish: A Coming of Age Novel Contributor(s): McDermott, P. J. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0994554494 ISBN-13: 9780994554499 Publisher: Patrickmcdermott OUR PRICE: $11.39 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2015 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Young Adult Fiction | Coming Of Age - Young Adult Fiction | Social Themes - Bullying - Young Adult Fiction | Social Themes - Violence |
| Physical Information: 0.67" H x 6" W x 9" (0.96 lbs) 296 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Adolescence/Coming of Age |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Jamie is searching for meaning to his life. He's seventeen and can't figure out where he fits in, or what his future might hold, but he hopes one day to meet someone he can share his ideas with, his doubts, and his dreams. Then again, he's very shy, and the girls in this neighborhood aren't his type.Jamie lives in a part of town where graffiti is splashed on walls, not as folk-art, but as an expression of anger by those unlucky enough to live there. Until now, though, he's managed to fly under the radar of the local gangs. When he spots some money lying on the floor of the grocers, Jamie stuffs it into his pocket and heads to the fairground to have some fun. What happens next sends the teenager's normally well-ordered life spinning out of control, and he finds himself on a pathway of escalating crime, driven by his own naivete and fear of next-door neighbor, Archie. Small Fish Big Fish is a powerful coming of age novel, a psychological thriller about teen violence and bullying, and a moving story of family and young romance. Adults and older teenagers will love the authentic 20th century setting, the drama, and the suspense brought to life by PJ McDermott's gritty biographical fiction. What Readers Say 'I found myself unable to put it down after the first twenty pages.' 'Every young person wants to know they're not alone. We are all "Jamie" at some stage in our lives, lost, confused, trying to fit in, struggling to come to grips with our lives and who we are. This book does this flawlessly.' 'A wonderful story that all young people can relate to. It takes an age-old battle and puts it splendidly into words that many will appreciate. I could not believe the climax.' 'Reminds me of Frank McCourt's biography of his life growing up in Ireland.' 'A fantastic story and a great read.' Scroll up and download this enthralling coming of age story today |
Contributor Bio(s): Blackbirdsong, Rachel: - Jacob Carlisle lived in Ferguslie Park, the setting for his debut novel, Small Fish Big Fish, until he was fifteen. At twenty-one he went back to study full-time at Langside College, and from there to Glasgow University, graduating Bachelor of Science. A regular on the Scottish Folk Club circuit, Jacob played guitar and sang with friends and cousins for pocket money. He lived in Paisley until, at the age of twenty-six, he met and married Sue, who convinced him to return with her to Australia, a move he has never regretted. In 2011, Jacob discovered a talent for writing fiction and has published a number of short stories as well as his novel, Small Fish Big Fish. Jacob lives with his wife, in Melbourne. They have two beautiful daughters, and two seriously cheeky grandchildren.Bailey, Morgen: - Jacob Carlisle lived in Ferguslie Park, the setting for his debut novel, Small Fish Big Fish, until he was fifteen. At twenty-one he went back to study full-time at Langside College, and from there to Glasgow University, graduating Bachelor of Science. A regular on the Scottish Folk Club circuit, Jacob played guitar and sang with friends and cousins for pocket money. He lived in Paisley until, at the age of twenty-six, he met and married Sue, who convinced him to return with her to Australia, a move he has never regretted. In 2011, Jacob discovered a talent for writing fiction and has published a number of short stories as well as his novel, Small Fish Big Fish. Jacob lives with his wife, in Melbourne. They have two beautiful daughters, and two seriously cheeky grandchildren.McDermott, Pj: - "PJ McDermott was born in his grandparents house in the town of Barrhead just outside Glasgow, but spent most of his growing up in Ferguslie Park, a notorious suburb of Paisley, where he developed a healthy appreciation for self preservation. In his teens and early twenties, PJ sang and played in a number of bands on the local folk circuit and pub scene. By twenty-one, a girlfriend convinced him to go to Glasgow University where he had a ball, and graduated Bachelor of Science. When he graduated, he met and fell in love with an Aussie girl who convinced him to return to Melbourne with her. Married to Susan, they now have two children (Fiona and Gillian) and two grandchildren (Mia, who is especially cheeky) and Ryder Patrick (who is too young to be cheeky yet - but is very cute). PJ discovered a love for writing and published his first book in 2014 - a coming of age novel titled "Small Fish Big Fish", since fully re-visioned, revised and reissued. PJ is currently working on the third book in his science fiction series, the Prosperine Trilogy. The first two, "Avanaux: A Hickory Lace scifi-fantasy adventure", and "Rise of the Erlachi" are available in paperback and eBook." |
