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In *The Great Blue Yonder*, a boy named Harry has passed away, and through his voice, the story invites readers into the Other Lands—a realm that serves as the afterlife in this tender tale. His narrative offers a clear, compassionate vision of the beyond, while inviting reflection on themes of death and loss. The book gently explores how those left behind may process grief and imagine the possibility of life after death.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Alex Shearer
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