- Paperback: 176 pages
- Publisher: NewCon Press; 1st paperback edition (2 April 2010)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1907069135
- ISBN-13: 978-1907069130
- Product Dimensions: 20.8 x 14.6 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,028,291 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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We've all dreamt of Faraway, a place so like the world we know but where we make the rules. For Frankie Finnegan, a boy whose sister has died, whose family is in meltdown and whose school life is blighted by bullies, such dreams have a keener edge. Until one day he wakes up in Faraway. His World; His Rules; His Dream; where Grace is still alive and his parents can be happy again.
Yet it soon becomes clear that he's not the only one with power in Faraway, and the mysterious `Owner' doesn't take kindly to interference. Things start to unravel, and Frankie's Dream slides inexorably towards Nightmare...
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The hardback edition is limited to just 150 numbered copies, signed by the author and introducer.
The paperback is limited to just 200 numbered copies, signed by the author.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is superb, but will probably not get the readership that it deserves (it's a small run from an independent publisher). I have to admit that the only reason that I was aware of it is that it was mentioned by Adam Roberts on his blog (he also provides an insightful introduction to the book).
The Unlikely World of Faraway Frankie is, unquestionably, a young adult novel. However, I do believe that it can genuinely be enjoyed by anybody.
Essentially a fantasy novel, around the idea of "be careful what you wish for" it deals with themes which, while familiar to many young people, are pretty universal (if nothing else, we were all young once). The Frankie of the title is an physically awkward (well, he's a little overweight), bright and imaginative but also nerdy character who is bullied at school. In the novel, this is handled extremely well. Though he is a victim and the bullying has its intended effect, he does have coping strategies (he's brighter than his tormentors, so often outwits them). His family has also suffered the loss of his twin sister which has had an, understandably, devastating effect upon his family.
The fantasy of the book finds Frankie awakening in a world where he is free to shape it as he desires. Initially, he is unaware that this is what has happened. Over time, naturally, he comes to realise the power he has over his environment and circumstances. However, this type of wish-fulfilment, which is clearly magical and fantastical *is* bound by certain rules and there are consequences to his alterations. These give the book interest. I can't really say too much more on this side of the novel without revealing too much about it - it's a short novel.
Keith Brooke's writing in this novel is excellent. He has a great turn of phrase and an excellent eye for the mundane (to the extent that none of it seems banal as some parts could do in the hands of lesser writers).
I thoroughly enjoyed this and would recommend it wholeheartedly. Great stuff.
The Unlikely World of Faraway Frankie is, unquestionably, a young adult novel. However, I do believe that it can genuinely be enjoyed by anybody.
Essentially a fantasy novel, around the idea of "be careful what you wish for" it deals with themes which, while familiar to many young people, are pretty universal (if nothing else, we were all young once). The Frankie of the title is an physically awkward (well, he's a little overweight), bright and imaginative but also nerdy character who is bullied at school. In the novel, this is handled extremely well. Though he is a victim and the bullying has its intended effect, he does have coping strategies (he's brighter than his tormentors, so often outwits them). His family has also suffered the loss of his twin sister which has had an, understandably, devastating effect upon his family.
The fantasy of the book finds Frankie awakening in a world where he is free to shape it as he desires. Initially, he is unaware that this is what has happened. Over time, naturally, he comes to realise the power he has over his environment and circumstances. However, this type of wish-fulfilment, which is clearly magical and fantastical *is* bound by certain rules and there are consequences to his alterations. These give the book interest. I can't really say too much more on this side of the novel without revealing too much about it - it's a short novel.
Keith Brooke's writing in this novel is excellent. He has a great turn of phrase and an excellent eye for the mundane (to the extent that none of it seems banal as some parts could do in the hands of lesser writers).
I thoroughly enjoyed this and would recommend it wholeheartedly. Great stuff.
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