The Disconnect
Published on 1. April 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
128 pages
978-1-78112-855-8 (ISBN)
Description
How will a group of teenagers react when they are offered GBP1,000 to give up their mobile phone? Acclaimed author Keren David spins a thought-provoking story of perspective and influence.
Could you disconnect from your phone for six weeks? An eccentric entrepreneur has challenged Esther's year group to do just that, and the winners will walk away with GBP1,000. For Esther, whose dad, sister and baby nephew live thousands of miles away in New York, the prize might be her only chance to afford flights for a visit ... But can she really stay disconnected for long enough to win?
Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 8.
Could you disconnect from your phone for six weeks? An eccentric entrepreneur has challenged Esther's year group to do just that, and the winners will walk away with GBP1,000. For Esther, whose dad, sister and baby nephew live thousands of miles away in New York, the prize might be her only chance to afford flights for a visit ... But can she really stay disconnected for long enough to win?
Particularly suitable for readers aged 11+ with a reading age of 8.
Reviews / Votes
"Could this novel be any more prescient or pressing? ... While the message of this book is clear enough, its real strength is that it's not preachy ... Highly recommended" - The Letterpress Project"This short, snappy and entertaining book has an irresistible premise which many teenagers will find relatable" - BookTrust
"An astute, thought-provoking look at the highs and lows of social media" - The Bookseller
"Offers young adults plenty to ponder ... Keren David's balanced approach may chime with teens, whose voices on the benefits of campaigning and informing themselves through the use of phones are not drowned out by any dictatorial parental authority" - The Echo
"Keren David has written a fascinating novella that more than lives up to its topical and intriguing premise... a thoughtful read but also a gripping one" - Minerva Reads, Blog
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
HarperCollins Publishers
Target group
Children/juvenile
Young adult
Reading Age: 8 years, Interest Age: From 11 years
Product notice
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Paperback (UK-B)
Dimensions
Height: 198 mm
Width: 131 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
215 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78112-855-8 (9781781128558)
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Keren David's compelling debut YA novel, When I Was Joe, won six regional awards and was shortlisted for the Branford Boase and UKLA awards. Her books have been nominated for the Carnegie Medal five times. Her Barrington Stoke titles include the critically acclaimed The Liar's Handbook, True Sisters and The Disconnect. Keren is Features Editor at the Jewish Chronicle.