| The winner of the 2008 Hookline Novel Competition is: Bryony Doran, a graduate of Sheffield Hallam University Her novel, The China Bird, is a beauty and the beast tale that explores themes of attraction and revulsion as it follows the relationship between a young artist and a disabled older man. |
Here's what readers have to say about The China Bird:
"A very enjoyable read – I was with the characters throughout and
wanted to know what happened to them. It was resolved satisfactorily
and left me with the story and plenty of questions which is how a
good story should be.
I look forward to seeing this in bookshops."
"A page turner, beautifully written, excellent use of adjectives.
Characters are very real, interesting, a very enjoyable to read.
A beautifully written book, excellent description of human emotion,
how life changes after certain events, the cry and pain of a disabled
person has been portrayed with reality, sensitivity, love and passion."
"A fascinating read showing realistic reactions to disability and
Edward’s emotions. The painting and drawing of Edward by Angela
added considerably to the defining of their characters and sustained
interest throughout. I liked the way the characters of friends and
family were revealed and how they influenced the life of the main
characters."
"A very enjoyable read – I was with the characters throughout and
wanted to know what happened to them. It was resolved satisfactorily
and left me with the story and plenty of questions which is how a
good story should be.
I look forward to seeing this in bookshops."
"A page turner, beautifully written, excellent use of adjectives.
Characters are very real, interesting, a very enjoyable to read.
A beautifully written book, excellent description of human emotion,
how life changes after certain events, the cry and pain of a disabled
person has been portrayed with reality, sensitivity, love and passion."
"A fascinating read showing realistic reactions to disability and
Edward’s emotions. The painting and drawing of Edward by Angela
added considerably to the defining of their characters and sustained
interest throughout. I liked the way the characters of friends and
family were revealed and how they influenced the life of the main
characters."
Available 20 April 2009
| Read an excerpt from The China Bird |
| Hookline Books |
Hookline Books
Bookline and Thinker Ltd.
#231, 405 King's Road
London, SW10 0BB
Tel: 0845 116 1476
Email: editor@booklinethinker.com
Bookline and Thinker Ltd.
#231, 405 King's Road
London, SW10 0BB
Tel: 0845 116 1476
Email: editor@booklinethinker.com