Wyedean School

Play
Play was a really nice book, I enjoyed the multiple perspectives and the writing style.

Nancy

The Final Year
The final year was a surprisingly good book, very interesting and sometimes sad. I loved how it was written and the reference to the Skellig in the front cover. I recommend.

Nancy

The Things We Leave Behind
I loved The Things we leave Behind. I loved the family dynamic that Clem had, it was really sweet to see. The plot twist was really shocking and it would have made me cry had I not been in school. It was interesting to see how the world slowly shifted into paranoia and what could occur if such events did happen. I would highly reccomend it.

Daisy

The Final Year
I really enjoyed The Final Year. I read it quite quickly. I loved the brothers' conversations, his teacher Mr Joshua and the illustrations were lovely too. It's a sweet read about family and difficulties with friendships and finishing primary school. I would love to read The First Year when that comes out.

Daisy

King of Nothing
I loved reading this book, it was very engrossing and I had my nose in it for the whole weekend. I loved how this book carries themes of masculinity/ toxic masculinity, changing ways, and unlikely friendship. It made me laugh and cry, and both at the same time. This book definitely deserves more recognition.

Nancy

Little Bang
Little Bang was an extremely interesting read, tackling the difficulty of being a pregnant teen and struggling to manage. I liked how this book highlights the pressure from society that teens are looked down on for their choices.

Nancy

The Final Year
Very good! I really enjoyed it. The story was very enjoyable and the illustrations really added to it. The twist around the middle of the book really caught me off guard — I almost cried at one point! This is the first book I’ve read for the shadowing but I have a feeling that it’s not going to win. It’s not “out there” enough in my opinion. I would love for it to win but I don’t think it’s going to be the best one shortlisted.

Sofia

Play
I loved it but some parts just didn't feel real, and some parts made me cry.

Dora

The Final Year
I loved this book. It really hit my heart as it reminded it as my personal experience. Loved it would definably read again.

Dora

The Final Year
I loved The Final Year. I thought it was convincingly realistic and heart-warming. I can't wait to read The First Year when it comes out in May. As a teacher, the teacher character was everything a good teacher should be: supportive, consistent and kind. This could be the winner!

Lucy