Piccadilly Press ISBN 9781787414037 £5.99
This is the second book in a series by author and Paralympian Ade Adepitan. Depicting the fictional life of young teenager Ade and his friends, this is a story that offers something for everyone. A fantastically fun read, it will appeal to a wide range of young people who recognise the daily highs and lows of school life. Ade loves football and his skills on the pitch have earned him the nickname ‘Cyborg Cat’ amongst his friends, despite the heavy metal calliper on his leg. As Ade and his closest friends, the ‘Parsons Road Gang’ try to solve the mystery of the new graffiti around Parsons Road, Ade also faces new challenges in school and at home as his legs get weaker, and his confidence in the superpowers he feels as ‘Cyborg Cat’ are tested like never before. This book addresses many themes that will be keenly felt by young people – feeling different amongst peers and alone even amongst friends. It is an uplifting and inclusive book as it seeks to make all young people recognise and celebrate their strengths, and value the loyalty and support of good friends. Age range 8 -11.
Laura Davies