Shortlisted for the Marsh Award for Children’s Literature in Translation.
A touching story of growing up and discovering what really matters. Joel makes three New Year’s resolutions: To see a naked lady, to toughen himself up so that he can live to be, to see the sea. How he sets out to fulfil these is a moving story of self-discovery.
Translated by Laurie Thompson
The other titles shortlisted for the Marsh Award were Tina's Web, Letters From Alain, My Brother Johnny, Message in a Bottle, and Toby Alone.
If you enjoyed this then make sure you read Mankell's other titles, including Bridge to the Stars, Shadows in the Twilight, and Journey to the End of the World.
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