We Can Be Heroes
By Bruton, Catherine

Genre: YFB
Paperback / softback
Published by HP Egmont
Published 20110901
ISBN: 9781405256520
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Ben was only two when his Dad became one of the victims of 9/11. Now with
his Mum suffering from an unwillingness to eat, he is sent to his grandparent’s
to stay for the summer. His cousin Jed is staying as well due to a family breakup.
Ben befriends Priti, a young Pakistani Muslim girl with a huge imagination. She
tells them many things like arranged marriages, honour killings and suicide
bombers.
Tensions are high in the street when Priti’s cousin is stabbed to death by her
older sisters bikie boyfriend. But things really came to a head when a street
party is organized to celebrate the impending marriage of Priti’s oldest brother.
Jed’s Dad shows up with his old Vietnam Vet mates and a huge cultural clash is
brewing, culminating in the kidnapping of their five year old neighbour. But who
has kidnapped her and what is the real purpose? Can Ben, Jed and Priti use
their detecting capabilities to uncover the truth or will it all be too late.
A fantastic insight into long held prejudices and their effect on modern society.
The kids give us hope and show that we all must learn to live with our neighbours.

Price: $19.95 $16.96

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