A Million Tiny Missiles All At Once - Lucas Maxwell - diskuze

Being a teen's a tough gig, but what if one gig could save your family? 'Heart-rending and hilarious, Elias is a memorable creation.'FINANCIAL TIMES, best books of the summer 'This debut explores family pressures, neurodivergence and resilience with heaps of humour and heart.'THE i, top children's books of spring 2026 '[A] beautifully understated novel ... This is a great story for teenage boys, about healing, hope and the joy of bad jokes.'THE TIMES, children's book of the week 'Wry, hilarious and acutely observed, this 12+ debut boasts a unique and special voice.'THE GUARDIAN 'Heartfelt and extremely moving' THE BOOKSELLER, top 10 titles not to miss Elias's brain is a swamp of fears and bad things. His once-loving brother Bo has become a stranger, and his parents are at breaking point. When Bo falls in with dangerous people, Elias decides he's the only one who can bring his family back together. But what begins as a simple pizza-night plan quickly spirals into chaos. Can Elias find a way to reach the people he loves the most before it's too late? The stunning debut novel from Lucas Maxwell, winner of the Times/Chicken House Competition 2024 Set in wintry Nova Scotia, Canada and inspired by the author's childhood, this special novel explores themes of family addiction and growing up neurodivergent Perfect for fans of The P
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