A bittersweet story about the perils and pleasures of pounds and pennies. It will make you laugh and cry.
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"It's hard to imagine the person who wouldn't enjoy it." The Guardian; "Frank Cottrell Boyce's first novel has all the classic ingredients to delight children, but adds the anguish of bereavement to its irresistible comic adventure." The Times"
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Two bothers, Damian and Anthony, are unwittingly caught up in a train robbery during Britain's countdown to join the Euro. Suddenly finding themselves with a vast amount of cash, the boys have just one glorious, appalling dilemma – how to spend it in the few days before it becomes worthless. Torn between the vices of buying a million pizzas and the virtues of ending world poverty, the boys soon discover that being rich is a mug's game. For not only is the clock ticking – the bungling bank robbers are closing in. Pizzas or World Peace, what would you choose?
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41 of 45 people found the following review helpful
By Matt Pucci
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Millions is the story of a young boy called Damian Cunningham who finds a bag filled with money (£229, 370, to be precise) that has seemingly fallen from the sky. His discovery comes at a time when England is about to change its currency and join the Euro, and so Damian must find a way to spend the money as quickly as possible, before it becomes worthless. Aiding him in this quest is his older brother and only confidant, Anthony; however, unlike Anthony, Damian is a boy of great conscience and sensitivity, and is frequently troubled over the question of "the right thing to do"...
Millions is funny, thought-provoking and moving - as well as being a fairly swift read. There are numerous questions raised within this story - some of them obvious, some of them less so. For example, what is the true value of money? What is the difference between selfishness and selflessness? Which is more important - personal gratification or helping other people? It also addresses issues such as trust (in the book, there are various incidents and one or two characters that cause Damian to question people's their true motives) and grief (Damian's story begins not long after the death of his mother, and his efforts at being "excellent" are a means of coping with this loss).
This book is aimed at able readers aged between 9 and 13, who will no doubt identify with the narrator (Damian) despite his idiosyncrasies, and enjoy discussing the rather grown-up themes presented so expertly by the author.
Matt Pucci
Millions is funny, thought-provoking and moving - as well as being a fairly swift read. There are numerous questions raised within this story - some of them obvious, some of them less so. For example, what is the true value of money? What is the difference between selfishness and selflessness? Which is more important - personal gratification or helping other people? It also addresses issues such as trust (in the book, there are various incidents and one or two characters that cause Damian to question people's their true motives) and grief (Damian's story begins not long after the death of his mother, and his efforts at being "excellent" are a means of coping with this loss).
This book is aimed at able readers aged between 9 and 13, who will no doubt identify with the narrator (Damian) despite his idiosyncrasies, and enjoy discussing the rather grown-up themes presented so expertly by the author.
Matt Pucci
27 of 31 people found the following review helpful
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This is a fantastic book for adults and children alike. It is a short, amusing tale about 2 brothers (from somewhere in or near Liverpool) who end up with a large amount of cash they need to dispose of. The younger brother, who is telling the tale has Aspergers or another form of autism, and although that is not the point of the story, it certainly features heavily in the writing style (similar to The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime).
This book is perfect to read independently or aloud, in school or at home. It is truly fantastic!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
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This is a wonderful tale of a young boy and his brother trying to make sense of fortune and misfortune in the world. The characters are beautifully sculpted, believable and loveable and you find yourself being drawn further and further into their story. Younger teens will love this, but I think it would be a great book to read with your 9 or 10 year old. Whilst being firmly grounded in our present time, there is a Roald Dahl-ness about it. Full of laughs, thought-proking, happy ending. Fabulous!
Millions is currently a KS3 recommended book in the UK.
Millions is currently a KS3 recommended book in the UK.
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Millions is worth billions
millions is like minecraft pocket edition you read minecraft pocket edition
You read millions but I dont know which is better
You read millions but I dont know which is better
Published 1 month ago by Edward Alex Walker
4.0 out of 5 stars
Confusingly Brilliant
There was a lot going on in this story. I liked it because it was written in the style of David Williams. The story line is great, and so is the ending. Read more
Published 1 month ago by cam
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Good book
I wish i had that much money. Couldnt you just convert it into euros though? Good story line 5 star
Published 1 month ago by Anthony Fear
5.0 out of 5 stars
Good fun.
My son and I have enjoyed reading this one together. Some good laughs in it and some nice twists and turns.
Published 2 months ago by Lex
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Millions
It is very good! You have to keep on guessing who is the criminal. It is also quite funny. It makes you think, what would I do with a million pounds, and all to be spent in 17... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Abigail Cadman Kerr
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A classic
A funny, accessible, moving meditation from Frank Cottrell Boyce on how to be good. It would make a particularly good Christmas present, given its themes and ideas.
Published 5 months ago by Sophia Bennett
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Millions-Brilliant Read!
This book is absolutely epic! A boy- Damien- is totally obsessed with saints. He wants to become a saint, so, he builds a hermitage out of bits of old cardboard boxes. Read more
Published 5 months ago by HazIsCrazy
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Awesome book
It was a funny and tense book with a fantastic storyline. I recommend this book to any one who has a good sense of humour.
Published 5 months ago by Marley
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Lovely story with a moral backbone! about, love, loss and the power of...
Enjoyed the book very much.Unusual morality tale for children and grown-ups.
Laugh -out loud moments-but also moments of great poignancy.
Laugh -out loud moments-but also moments of great poignancy.
Published 5 months ago by Mrs Carol
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A good read
Bought this book as it is a recommended read for my grandson starting senior school. I have read it and really enjoyed it. Ideal for the young teenager. Read more
Published 9 months ago by M. Mitchinson
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