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201 pp.
| Houghton |
March, 2015 |
TradeISBN 978-0-544-23274-7$17.99
(2)
YA
Aaron Rowe's first job at JKB Funerals helps him escape disturbing events at home: Mam's forgetfulness is growing worse; Aaron is sleepwalking; and his horrifying nightmares gradually reveal his past. After Mam is hospitalized, Aaron is finally able to accept desperately needed help from employer Mr. Barton and his family. Moments of warmth and humor lighten the psychological suspense and frank depiction of death.
Reviewer: Lauren Adams
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
March, 2015