Farewell Tour of a Terminal Optimist (KelpiesEdge)

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Some of the Scottish slang was unclear (mostly because I don't hail from Scotland), but I was able to figure it out with context clues. Don't let the Scottish slang or occasional Gaelic phrases deter you from reading this book (although, it might help American readers if there were occasional footnotes). But Connor’s left two things behind — the medication he needs to keep him alive, and the girl who makes living bearable. LoveReading4Kids exists because books change lives, and buying books through LoveReading4Kids means you get to change the lives of future generations, with 25% of the cover price donated to schools in need. Join our community to get personalised book suggestions, extracts straight to your inbox, 10% off RRPs, and to change children’s lives. Reading johns novel was like my first ride on a Big Dipper - thrills, twists, turns and excitement with every chapter. A fantastic climax

Dom Martin - Government — Belfast Blues: Guitarist Dom Martin chats to John about loss, addiction, his new album & upcoming tour I normally dislike books about dying teens, but this one had me feeling all the feels. I laughed (often), my heart raced during the get-aways, and yes, I even cried. Real tears! The last time a book made me cry was . . . well, I can’t exactly remember, but it was a long time ago. The real beauty of this book is that it’s about two boys on an adventure who form an unlikely alliance and “never give up.” I normally dislike books about dying teens, but this one had me feeling all the feels. I laughed (often), my heart raced during the get-aways, and yes, I even cried. Real tears!'

The John Toal Show Interview with John Young - "John Young talks about the Farewell Tour of a Terminal Optimist" Condition: New. Picture Shown is For Illustration Purposes Only, Please See Below For Further Details CONDITION ? NEW. I love Skeates and Connors friendship and I also love Skeates character development , under the surface he’s very kind and caring and just really really nice. Blog and Tweets Latest Blog: Farewell Tour of a Terminal Optimist shortlisted for the Cheshire Schools Book Awards!

Normally I don't like this type of YA book, but what I really liked about this one was the Scottish setting. It's like John Green but with a little bit of Scottish culture... I would recommend this book to people who like reading YA books about reality, and people who enjoy stories set outside the US, because the Scottish setting is a great bonus.' Live Literature is a Scotland-wide programme that helps fund and support author events in communities all over the country. Zoë Strachan’s latest novel is an immersive, finely-drawn family saga. Following the lives of Rena a … Terminally ill Connor Lambert sets off on a crazy tour across Scotland dodging the police, joy riding and looking for answers Forming an unlikely friendship with fellow juvenile delinquent Skeates, the pair stage a break out and set off on a crazy tour across Scotland -- dodging the police, joy riding and extreme partying -- to find Connor's dad, an inmate at Shotts prison.But when things turn really weird, it is Skeates he ends up running away with – although not in a romantic way. Connor’s father is in jail, his mum temporarily ill, and his sister died years ago. And he has cancer. Skeates decides they should try and visit Connor’s dad in jail, so they embark on a truly crazy, but also inspirational, trip across the Scottish Highlands towards Glasgow. If I could've held my eyes open for 20 more minutes, I would've finished this book in one sitting. It is really that good! I particularly enjoy books with quirky characters that make me laugh, and this one certainly does not disappoint. John Young is a writer who is originally from Belfast and now lives near Edinburgh. A former lawyer, he helped found The Teapot Trust, a children's art therapy charity, with his wife Laura. He was a Scottish Book Trust New Writer Award winner in 2013. This isn’t the only thing that Connor has going on with his life. His father is in prison and no one will tell him why. His mum works all the hours of the day and his younger sister was killed when he was younger. Basically, his family life is in a mess. But don't worry. I'll find out the truth about my dad before I snuff it. I have to. Just call me terminally optimistic.

Brilliant Scottish Book Trust video trailer winner Sophie McIntosh from St Joseph's Academy Ayrshire https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_S12UYlNCA I did initially think it was a little unrealistic that Connors sister died AND his dad was in prison AND his mum was having a nervous breakdown AND he had cancer . This is completely made up for by the ending though which was unexpected and ties Connor and Skeates together in a really interesting way . I thought it was amazing . When American Medical student’s surprise inheritance threatens her life she must fight for survival while trapped on a remote Irish island.

Fast-paced, full of action, humor, suspense (What happened to his sister, Erica? Why is his dad in prison? What is the big secret Connor's mom is keeping from him? Will he get to Shotts Prison before being caught or hospitalized for being without his meds? Will his dad even see him once he gets to Shotts Prison? How will Skeates get them out of this mess?), and heartwarming emotions. Review of the Farewell Tour of a Terminal Optimist by Lisa Talks About.. - "Lisa Talks About... Review" OMG this book was a major tearjerker for me. Connor and Skeates have an unusual friendship but aren’t all friendships? The fact that Connor has terminal cancer but is trying to live his life to the fullest is heart-warming. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed this!'

Forgotten the title or the author of a book? Our BookSleuth is specially designed for you. Visit BookSleuth I loved that the novel was set in Scotland! I liked the characters Connor and Skeates, and enjoyed the evolution of their relationship which was really sweet. It was exciting to read as you never knew what trouble or difficulty they would run into... overall I think it was a great debut novel.'John Young is a writer who is originally from Belfast and lives in Edinburgh. A former lawyer, he helped to found The Teapot Trust, a children's art therapy charity, with his wife Laura. He was a Scottish Book Trust New Writer Award winner in 2013. Press Articles If I could’ve held my eyes open for 20 more minutes, I would’ve finished this book in one sitting. It is really that good! I particularly enjoy books with quirky characters that make me laugh, and this one certainly does not disappoint. Laura, and the whole of Team Teapot would like to thank each and every one of you for all of the very kind messages we have received today. The Teapot Trust is going from strength to strength because of you all. I wrote the attached short story after my daughter Verity died in 2009. I was encouraged to publish it as shared experiences help others. I didn’t try, because the story was too close, painful and raw. Instead it became a seed for Farewell Tour of a Terminal Optimist.