This Bright Life

(Hardback, Main)

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Gerard is twelve. He hates his name, but loves flying round the streets of Glasgow on his bike, or mucking about with his gang, the Broncos. He's a bright kid, but trouble seems to follow him. No one really knows what it's like at home for Gerard; he's used to carrying a lot on his small shoulders.

Gerard doesn't always make good decisions. And on one April morning, in the blink of an eye, he makes a very bad one - one that will upend his whole world.

Now, he faces a bewildering stream of concerned adults clutching files, unfamiliar streets to navigate, a strange bed to sleep in, and the very real chance he won't see his wee brother and sister again.

Heartbreaking and yet brimful of humour, compassion and hope, This Bright Life is a story about messy lives, second chances and the many hands it takes to build a boy.

Reviews

'Praise for Paper Cup: Exquisitely written - and I mean catch-your-breath exquisite - the story is so real and told with such grace and compassion' - JOANNA CANNON

'Glowing with empathy and wry intelligent wit. Let Kelly into your life. She'll change you, and you won't forget her' - KIRSTIN INNES

'A rough romance written in rich language and a truly original, brilliant novel' - Daily Mail

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Author Bio

Karen Campbell is the author of nine novels. A former police officer, then Glasgow City Council press officer, she won the Best New Scottish Writer Award in 2009. She also teaches creative writing and was recently Writer in Residence at Dumfries and Galloway Council. Originally from Glasgow, she now lives in Galloway.

@writerkcampbell | karencampbell.scot