- Published: 1 July 2010
- ISBN: 9781742740102
- Imprint: Random House Australia
- Format: EBook
- Pages: 316
Henry Hoey Hobson
- Published: 1 July 2010
- ISBN: 9781742740102
- Imprint: Random House Australia
- Format: EBook
- Pages: 316
The narrative is well-paced – humour and heartache, trauma and triumph . . . This is truly a heart-warming story abut growing up and getting on with what life throws your way.
The Reading Stack
This book has an excellent storyline . . . Henry Hoey Hobson is a story to impress all.
Mikaylah Wall, Townsville Bulletin
Highly Recommended. A laugh out loud story of fitting in.
ReadPlus
Beautifully told by Christine Bongers using a clever mix of humour, spirit and very tight writing. It perfectly captures modern ‘tween angst and provides a cheeky commentary on the current gothic obsession in popular culture… Bongers’ voice shines through on every page and she is definitely a major new talent in Australian ‘tween and young adult writing. Henry Hoey Hobson should be on every school reading list because it’s one of those books that you just have to keep.
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A funny, fast-paced story, built around a likeable protagonist. Henry is an engaging narrator, who learns the importance of having people on your side, no matter what they look like. The book tackles themes of judgement, acceptance and family, both biological and chosen. This is a recommended read.
Australian Bookseller + Publisher
WA Premier's Book Awards
Shortlisted • 2010 • Children's Books
CBCA Book of the Year Awards
Shortlisted • 2011 • Younger Readers
Queensland Literary Awards
Shortlisted • 2011 • Children's Book
The Big Read
Winner • 2012 • Younger Readers