The Goldfish Boy - Softcover

This carefully judged, poignant story should help those with OCD feel less alone. It's an intriguing, involving mystery. --The Guardian

Thompson writes with great kindness, perception and an enviable light touch... clever plotting... heart and humour... a strong message about the value of family, friends and facing fears makes this assured debut stand out. --The Observer, Children's Book of the Week, 5th February 2017

Both a genuine mystery and an emotionally charged examination of fear and loneliness this is a terrific read with warmly engaging characters. --The Daily Mail

Twelve-year-old Matthew is trapped in his bedroom by crippling OCD, spending most of his time staring out of his window as the inhabitants of Chestnut Close go about their business. Until the day he is the last person to see his next door neighbour's toddler, Teddy, before he goes missing. Matthew must turn detective and unravel the mystery of Teddy's disappearance - with the help of a brilliant cast of supporting characters. Page-turning, heartbreaking, but ultimately life-affirming, this story is perfect for fans of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time and Wonder. It is a book that will make you laugh and cry. Page-turning, heartbreaking, but ultimately life-affirming, this story is perfect for fans of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time and Wonder. It is a book that will make you laugh and cry.