Description
Discover the heartfelt narrative of 'Lean on Pete,' a captivating tale based on the film that resonates with audiences seeking meaningful stories. This gripping novel, published by Faber in 2018, follows the journey of fifteen-year-old Charley Thompson as he craves a stable home and a sense of belonging. Navigating the challenges of life as the son of a single father in the scenic Pacific Northwest, Charley faces adversity with courage and determination. After finding an illegal job at a local race track in Portland, Oregon, Charley encounters a community filled with colorful characters, washed-up jockeys, and their beloved horses. His bond with an aging racehorse named Pete inspires him to forge his own path amidst uncertainty. This beautifully written coming-of-age story, spanning 288 pages, explores themes of friendship, loss, and the quest for identity. Perfect for fans of poignant literary fiction and readers looking for books that illuminate the power of companionship, 'Lean on Pete' will tug at your heartstrings and ignite your passion for storytelling. This brand new copy of 'Lean on Pete' is not just a book; it's an emotional journey that will linger with you long after the last page. Order now and experience the power of hope and resilience intertwined in this unforgettable story.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571339471
Year: 2018
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 288
Description:
Film to screen nationally in Australia 29 November 2018
Fifteen-year-old Charley Thompson wants a home; food on the table; a high school he can attend for more than part of a year; and some structure to his life. But as the son of a single father working at warehouses across the Pacific Northwest, he's been pretty much on his own for some time.
Lean on Pete opens as he and his father arrive in Portland, Oregon and Charley takes a stables job, illegally, at the local race track. Once part of a vibrant racing network, Portland Meadows is now seemingly the last haven for washed up jockeys and knackered horses, but it's there that Charley meets Pete, an old horse who becomes his companion as he's forced to try to make his own way in the world.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780571339471
Year: 2018
Publisher: Faber
Pages: 288
Description:
Film to screen nationally in Australia 29 November 2018
Fifteen-year-old Charley Thompson wants a home; food on the table; a high school he can attend for more than part of a year; and some structure to his life. But as the son of a single father working at warehouses across the Pacific Northwest, he's been pretty much on his own for some time.
Lean on Pete opens as he and his father arrive in Portland, Oregon and Charley takes a stables job, illegally, at the local race track. Once part of a vibrant racing network, Portland Meadows is now seemingly the last haven for washed up jockeys and knackered horses, but it's there that Charley meets Pete, an old horse who becomes his companion as he's forced to try to make his own way in the world.