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‘Brilliant’ Graeme Simsion, author of The Rosie Project

Ginny sees the world differently. Now you will too.

‘Funny and wildly moving’ Daily Mail

My name is Ginny Moon now.

Ginny is fourteen years old and has autism. She likes the colour red, making lists and knowing exactly what time it is. She doesn’t like hugs, surprises or people telling lies.

After years in foster care, she has finally found her forever family. She has a new house, new parents and even a new name. But Ginny also has a Big Secret Plan of Escape.

Every day she wakes up at nine o’clock and eats nine grapes for breakfast. Because when she was nine years old something terrible happened. Something only Ginny knows. And she’s the only one who can put it right…

The Original Ginny Moon is a poignant story of love and family, inspired by the author’s own experiences. Perfect for fans of A Boy Made of Blocks and Shtum.

©2017 Benjamin Ludwig LLC (P)2017 HarperCollins Publishers Coming of Age Family Life Fiction Genre Fiction Literary Fiction Psychological Thriller & Suspense Women's Fiction

Critic reviews

"Brilliant." (Graeme Simsion, author of The Rosie Project)
"Complex, clever, original, charming and moving. I loved it." (Sarah Morgan)
"Benjamin Ludwig's novel is a genuine and touching debut; Ginny Moon is a wonderful and memorable heroine." (Dan Chaon, National Book Award finalist, author of Await Your Reply and Ill Will)
"Ludwig creates a startling, powerful voice in Ginny Moon, a character who lingers well beyond the pages. This is gripping work." (Erika Swyler, author of The Book of Speculation)
"Artfully rendered, heart-breaking, funny and suspenseful, Ginny Moon is a veritable smorgasbord of a read that will stay with you long after you've consumed the final page. Excellent!" (John Lescroart, New York Times best-selling author)
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I was intrigued at first and not quite sure what to make of the book but as it went on I became more and more engrossed. I found it so interesting to see things from Jinny's point of view and to see how frustrating it was for her that people don't understand but then also it showed so well how difficult it was for her family and teachers. Absolutely brilliantly written and very moving. An excellent listen!

Mesmerising! Absolutely brilliant!

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A totally enthralling book from the start to the finish. You will fall in love with Jenny. Clearly written by an author who knows the subject of autism very well. It certainly made me understand the problems faced a lot more clearly. Give it a try you won't regret it, excellent book.

Simply enthralling

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gripping book. as an adopter I can identify so much with the adopters and adoptee.
I know in reality it happens that someone committing a smaller crime gets jailed, but I don't understand why abusive adults don't get jailed for mistreating their children.
Really worth listening to.

adopters, and adoptees should read

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Absolutely loved this book! Although it talks about gaining insight into the autistic perspective (I have a child with autism). What really struck me was how early childhood trauma and attachment issues are so beautifully, simply depicted through the eyes of "Ginny". Ginny's character is so well written and understood that many times you feel an overwhelming frustration (on Ginny's part) when other characters in the book fail to "understand". Would highly recommend.

Captivating! A great read.

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