By Manon Steffan Ros (author)
"A rich, rewarding, character driven story about football, family and friendship."
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Another wonderful book translated from the original Welsh by the Yoto Carnegie medal winning author, which demonstrates her beautiful economy of language, as well as her skill in portraying utterly convincing and relatable characters.
As one might expect from the title, the story has football at its heart, which will make it hugely appealing to football fans who might be reluctant readers (and the shorter length and the page turning hooks at the end of each chapter, will also appeal) but they will find themselves with an emotionally rewarding and empathetic read as well.
A true football fan and player, Sam shares his obsession with his dad, and they have a close bond despite Huw’s well-guarded secret illiteracy that has not helped their family fortunes. Money is very tight and family life is marred by parental arguments. All their dreams seem to have come true when Huw is signed by local club Peniel, but his match winning debut is marred by a tragic accident and a terrible injury puts paid to his career.
An awful sadness overwhelms the whole family and Sam’s anxieties are only calmed by watching endless videos of Aaron Ramsey, who comes to symbolise everything he wishes his Dad could be again- brave, resilient and determined.
A formidable friend engineers a trip for Huw and Sam to an England/ Wales international match which becomes the catalyst for hopeful change. The sensitivity with which the themes of friendship, bullying, mental health and educational struggles are dealt with and the realism of the unsentimental ending, makes this a powerful and memorable read with appeal and relevance to a wide age group.
Me and Aaron Ramsey tells the story of Sam and his dad who both love football, which is always there for them however tough real life becomes. That is, until Dad's dreams of football stardom go horribly wrong.
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Sam's love for the footballing legend becomes tangled with his relationship for his father as things go south in their family life.
‘A sensitive portrayal of a family under pressure, which addresses important issues with empathy and warmth. Manon Steffan Ros skilfully combines two of the great loves of my love, football and reading’ Simon Packham, author of Has Anyone Seen Archie Ebbs?
Praise for The Blue Book of Nebo:
'A tender, tragic post-apocalyptic story, told with great simplicity and power.' The Guardian
'This slim book packs a huge emotional punch.' BookTrust
Manon Steffan Ros was born in Snowdonia and worked as an actress before becoming a writer. She writes for adults and children and has won the Wales Book of the Year for her adult fiction as well as being four-times winner of the Tir na N'Og Welsh children's literature award.
She has also won Eisteddfod and National Theatre Wales awards for her drama writing. She lives in north Wales with her sons.
Photo credit Geriant Ros
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The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Me and Aaron Ramsey and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
Me and Aaron Ramsey features in the following genres: Featured Books for 11+ readers, Recommendations, Sporting Stories, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Stories about Family and Friends, Featured Books for 9+ readers
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Me and Aaron Ramsey was written by Manon Steffan Ros and published by Firefly Press Ltd
Me and Aaron Ramsey has 124 pages
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