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Winner: Costa Children's Book Award 2012

Narrated against the backdrop of a ruthless regime determined to beat its enemies in the race to the moon, Maggot Moon is the stunning new novel from award-winning author Sally Gardner. When his best friend, Hector, is suddenly taken away, Standish Treadwell realises that it is up to him, his grandfather and a small band of rebels to confront and defeat the ever-present oppressive forces of the Motherland. Utterly original and stunning, it is impossible not to be moved by Maggot Moon's powerful story and the unforgettable heroism of Standish.

©2012 Sally Gardner (P)2012 Hot Key Books Action & Adventure Fiction Growing Up Growing Up & Facts of Life Friendship Adventure

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"Dazzling, chilling, breathtaking. Maggot Moon is, quite simply, a perfect book." (Meg Rosoff, award-winning author of How I Live Now)
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I don't know if I'd listen again because it was so emotionally taxing; but it was a powerful story ringing with truths and I'm glad I listened to it.

A thought provoking tale

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ABSOLUTELY Beautifully written. Loved it! Spoken and read perfectly by the narrator. 10/10.

loved it! ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!

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This audiobook brought tears to my eyes more than once, and not because it would be overly sentimental, but quite the opposite. The text felt very honest and true, and was told in a realistic no-nonsense manner. Both facts made the relatively small moments of kindness and devotion shine out brilliantly against the dark background of this alternative reality. A strong vote against intolerance and discrimination. Most highly recommended.

A brilliant, deeply moving tale very well told

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It was amazing and I couldn't put my Ipad down. I am constantly looking for a new book and this one was perfect.my mouth was always open at every word.

The best book I have ever read.

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Fantastic and heartbreaking story. I listened in one sitting on one sunny day. Loved it!

Narrator was perfect!

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