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The Final Year
As I turned the last pages of 'The Final Year', I reflected on Nate's experience filled with growth, challenges and moments he'll never forget. The book shows how children grow and learn during times of change - it was about discovering real friendships and learning what truly matters. Set in South London, Nate uses slang, words like 'summat', 'ere', 'yer'. I found these words made the story realistic. Every moment helped shape the story of his final year. Nate, like so many of us, brought energy, honesty and heart - reminding me that it is the people who make the memories last. Our teachers guided us, out friends lifted us and Matt Goodfellow has written something to be proud of. I love this book because it reminded me of how I felt in my final year at primary school. This chapter may have ended but the story we've started is far from over.

Krystelle

The Final Year
The final Year is a gripping read. It conveys the character so well by giving Nate an authentic voice which uses slang and poetry to show what he thinks about. The beast really caught me, I thought is was shown so realistically. It is one of the best books I have ever read. 5 stars from me

James

The Final Year
The Final Year was definintely one of my favourite books. Before reading this, I had never read a book in verse or a book of this genre. The story follow Nate, a relatable main character - through life's ups and downs and makes us feel sympathy for him along the way. I'm excite to read the next book and see how Nate grows. I would rate this books as 5 stars and would recommend as it is so moving.

Grace

The Final Year
'The Final Year' was a mesmerising, stunning book full of shocking twists and turns, as well as relatable bits. It is so good as it is heartbreaking and the amount of sympathy you feel for the characters rivals the love I feel for the book. 5 stars

Eimear

The Final Year
The book 'The Final Year' was so relatable yet so distant from reality it just worked so well for me. I feel like the character information was compelling and very imaginative - it was like I was there in the book talking and playing with the characters. I have never read a book from this author but I am now looking out for him.

Noah