Came Back to Show You I Could Fly

It's the summer holidays and 11-year-old loner, Seymour, lodged with a fussy guardian in an inner-city suburb, is bored and unhappy in his confined world. By chance he meets Angie - beautiful, charismatic Angie. He is bewitched, and his world is opened as she takes him on unexpected holiday outings and shopping sprees. Angie, however, is not what she seems. Angie is using drugs...

“A splendidly readable and optimistic book.” -- The Independent
“It is masterly...Robin Klein has made what is basically a sad story, with two sad, lost characters, into a hymn of hope and joy...She is truly great.” -- Ruth Park
“Eleven-year-old Seymour, neglected by divorcing parents, intimidated by the world at large, forms an unlikely friendship with 20-year-old Angie, a charming drug addict on the skids. Angie's scattered but good-hearted attention nudges him slowly out of his shell. Because of this, he won't give up on her, even when her lies are exposed, and she lashes out to push him away. These two lost souls cross paths for one intense summer month of growth and healing. Dino Marnika's sensitive reading brings these intriguing characters to life. His ability with regional accents adds authenticity and flavor. Readers used to swift action might find the beginning slow, but the depth and honesty of this Australian award winner guarantee a rewarding experience.” -- AudioFile Magazine

Robin Klein is one of Australia's most popular and accomplished writers for children and young adults. Robin has had more than 40 books published. Her works have been adapted for both stage and screen. Her highly acclaimed novel Came Back to Show You I Could Fly won a Human Rights Award for Literature and also won the 1990 Australian Children's Book of the Year Award for Older Readers, plus a host of other commendations. Dino Marnika studied drama and teaching in Melbourne and London before embarking on an acting career. He has appeared in theatre productions such as Romeo and Juliet and Solitary Animals. Dino has also appeared in many of Australia's most popular television productions including Blue Heelers, Good Guys, Bad Guys, State Coroner and Neighbours.

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