“Charms without descending into schmaltz” – Blue Dog by Louis de Bernieres

"The story is aimed at twelve year olds and this age group will likely regard the liberty Mick is granted appealing. It is somewhat Boy’s Own in aspect, although Granpa enjoys his rum and occasionally forgets himself in conversations with Mick. This adds to the humour; there is no inappropriate content. Emotions are acknowledged lightly as are the aboriginal culture and its loss at the hands of white settlers..." - Jackie Law reviews Blue Dog by Louis de Bernieres

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