Description
A heartwarming, exciting story of friendship, wonder
and dance from Waterstones Prize-shortlisted author Efua Traore!
Jomi’s mum left when he was little to make a new life for
them in Lagos, the city of dreams. When Jomi doesn’t hear
from her, he decides to follow. His only starting place is a TV
dance competition that his mum used to love.
Things go badly for the boy and his pet bushbaby, until he meets
a crew of street kids. Together, they come up with a one-chance
idea to find Jomi’s mother – and make their own dreams
come true.
A brand new novel full of joy and wonder by the author
of Children of the Quicksands, shortlisted for the
Waterstones Children’s Book Prize
A contemporary adventure of destiny, friendship and dance
set in the vibrant city of Lagos, Nigeria
Jomi hopes to find his missing mum by dancing on a TV
talent show in a story which offers emotional pull and a lot of
fun!
PRAISE FOR CHILDREN
OF THE QUICKSANDS:
‘A joy of a book: rich, warm, powerful storytelling’ KATHERINE RUNDELL
‘A thrilling adventure bright with the gorgeous colours
of Nigeria – glorious!’ JASBINDER
BILAN
‘An excellent book … rich in tradition and realism.’ HANNAH GOLD
‘[A] beautifully evoked story’ THE TELEGRAPH