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The Goldfish Boy

The Goldfish Boy

Published in
2017
4.08
on Goodreads (9,369)

Description

A story about finding friendship when you're lonely - and hope when all you feel is fear. Twelve-year-old Matthew is trapped in his bedroom by crippling OCD, spending most of his time staring out of his window as the inhabitants of Chestnut Close go about their business. Until the day he is the last person to see a missing toddler alive. Suddenly, Matthew is at the center of a high-stakes mystery, with every neighbor a suspect, and he holds the key to solving it. However, doing so may require him to expose his own secrets and step out from the safety of his home.
Age
2-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
396 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • A heartwarming portrayal of young boy battling with his mental health.
  • Intriguing mystery that hooks the reader until the end.
  • Promotes understanding and empathy towards individuals suffering from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
  • Portrays the power of friendship and courage.