Finn Jones Was Here

One of Sunday Times' best children's books for summer2023Endorsed by Child Bereavement UK A funny, heartbreaking story about life and loss, andmaking every second count.Eric's best friend, Finn Jones, was the world's biggest prankster.Now Eric can't believe Finn's not here anymore. ...Or ishe?Eric seems to be getting messages from beyond the grave, and ashe follows Finn's wild, cryptic instructions, his hope grows thathe'll find Finn laughing at the end.The journey also brings memories - and a truth that seems impossibleto accept. Simon James Green is the award-winning author of books like SleepoverTakeover and The Life of Riley: Beginner'sLuck, which was shortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Prize.This story blends hilarity with heart, perfect for fans of booksby Helen Rutter, Frank Cottrell-Boyce, Ben Bailey Smith and RossWelford.Hilarious illustrations throughout by JenniferJamieson  PRAISE FOR SIMON'S MIDDLE-GRADE BOOKSSleepover Takeover"This is a fantastically funny, exciting, unexpected, andsometimes touching, mystery thriller" BookTrust"A funny madcap mystery adventure perfect for fans of DannyWallace's THE DAY THE SCREENS WENT BLANK or Charlie Higson's WORST.HOLIDAY. EVER." LoveReading 4 KidsLife Of Riley: Beginner's Luck"This funny, gentle story is packed with snappy humour andhilarious characters." BookTrust"Though the laughs are sustained from start to finish, thereis some depth to the drama in Life of Riley, too. The characterisationis original and refreshing." Books For Keeps"This funny, gentle story is packed with snappy humour andhilarious characters. You can’t help but love Riley, a brilliant,witty, world-weary kid and long-suffering underdog. There’sa lovely message about being grateful for all the thingsthat you have and for appreciating the people who support you, nomatter what. Perfect for Diary of a Wimpy Kid fans or childrenabout to start secondary school, though there’s a lot of funto be had for grown ups here too." LoveReading4 Kids