Books like Surrender by Sonya Hartnett
When Gabriel faces his undiagnosed illness, he looks back over the span of his twenty years. His memories surface in two voices—his own and that of his adventurous friend Finnigan—each reflecting the same eerie tone. The story delves into themes of family over‑protection, the complexities of friendship, and the undoubted bond between a boy and his dog, Surrender, while exploring the moral dilemmas that arise as Gabriel’s health declines.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Sonya Hartnett
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