Keith Stuart Livres

"Alex loves his family, and yet he struggles to connect with his eight-year-old autistic son, Sam. The strain has pushed his marriage to the breaking point. So Alex moves in with his merrily irresponsible best friend on the world's most uncomfortable blow-up bed. As Alex navigates single life, long-buried family secrets, and part-time fatherhood, his son begins playing Minecraft. Sam's imagination blossoms and the game opens up a whole new world for father and son to share. Together, they discover that sometimes life must fall apart before you can build a better one. Inspired by Keith Stuart's own relationship with his autistic son, A Boy Made of Blocks is a tear-jerking, funny, and, most of all, true-to-life novel about the power of difference and one very special little boy"--

A story of life, love, and hope—an antidote to today's world. Tom, a devoted single father and manager of a local theatre, has created magical birthday productions for his daughter, Hannah, who has a heart condition. Each year, the theatre's colorful cast brings wonder to her special day, as Tom strives to make every moment memorable. As Hannah approaches adulthood and the theatre faces closure, both must adapt to a new reality. However, one final day of magic might change everything for them. This heartwarming tale emphasizes finding joy in everyday life, making it a beautifully uplifting read. Critics praise its emotional depth and enchanting storytelling, calling it powerful, gentle, and utterly beautiful. Readers have described it as heartwarming, funny, and moving, with many expressing that it evokes laughter and tears alike. The novel has garnered acclaim for its relatable characters and the way it captures the beauty in life's ordinary moments. Fans of emotionally resonant stories will find this an unforgettable journey, solidifying the author's reputation as a master of finding joy amid heartache. This captivating narrative is not to be missed, hailed as a must-read for those seeking a heartfelt and transformative experience.

THE RICHARD AND JUDY BOOK CLUB AND NUMBER ONE AMAZON BESTSELLER 'The publishing sensation of the year: a compelling, uplifting and heart-rending debut novel' Mail on Sunday A Boy Made of Blocks is a funny, heartwarming story of family and love inspired by the author's own experiences with his son, the perfect latest obsession for fans of The Rosie Project, David Nicholls and Jojo Moyes. A father who rediscovers love Alex loves his wife Jody, but has forgotten how to show it. He loves his son Sam, but doesn't understand him. He needs a reason to grab his future with both hands. A son who shows him how to live Meet eight-year-old Sam: beautiful, surprising - and different. To him the world is a frightening mystery. But as his imagination comes to life, his family will be changed . . . for good. 'One of those wonderful books that makes you laugh and cry at the same time' Good Housekeeping 'Funny, expertly plotted and written with enormous heart. Readers who enjoyed The Rosie Project will love A Boy Made of Blocks - I did' Graeme Simsion 'Very funny, incredibly poignant and full of insight. Awesome.' Jenny Colgan 'Heartwarming' The Unmumsy Mum 'A wonderful, warm, insightful novel about family, friendship and love' Daily Mail 'A great plot, with a rare sense of honesty' Guardian 'A truly beautiful story' Heat 'A heartwarming and wise story' Cathy Rentzenbrink, author of The Last Act of Love

From Keith Stuart, author of the much-loved Richard & Judy bestseller A Boy Made of Blocks, comes a stunning, emotional novel about an impossible mystery and a true love that refuses to die.

A single sentence, that was all it took to define Cammy's life. They came as her beloved artist aunt was dying, a teenage Cammy standing by her bedside: 'Did your mother ever tell you about the curse?' Cammy is warned that the women in her family are destined always to lose the one they love.

Tom, ein alleinerziehender Vater und Leiter eines Provinztheaters in Somerset, inszeniert für seine kranke Tochter Hannah jedes Jahr ein magisches Stück zu ihrem Geburtstag. Kurz vor ihrem sechzehnten Geburtstag kämpfen sie gegen die Schließung des Theaters und für den Glauben an Wunder.

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