Trash

Andy Mulligan

Oct 2010 · David Fickling Books

About this ebook

In an unnamed Third World country, in the not-so-distant future, three “dumpsite boys” make a living picking through the mountains of garbage on the outskirts of a large city.

One unlucky-lucky day, Raphael finds something very special and very mysterious. So mysterious that he decides to keep it, even when the city police offer a handsome reward for its return. That decision brings with it terrifying consequences, and soon the dumpsite boys must use all of their cunning and courage to stay ahead of their pursuers. It’s up to Raphael, Gardo, and Rat—boys who have no education, no parents, no homes, and no money—to solve the mystery and right a terrible wrong.

Andy Mulligan has written a powerful story about unthinkable poverty—and the kind of hope and determination that can transcend it. With twists and turns, unrelenting action, and deep, raw emotion, Trash is a heart-pounding, breath-holding novel.

Ratings and reviews

Such a great book with an amazing story, good language and understadable words. This book has alot of climax and there is free sample try it and you will love it. Also the movie is coming out which is even better

I wasn't that excited when I got this book. But, after the first chapter, I was a hooked! I would totally recommend this to 11-17 year olds.

It is a really good book to recommended to kids of ages 11- 20

About the author

Andy Mulligan was brought up in South London. He worked as a theater director for ten years before travels in Asia prompted him to retrain as a teacher. He has taught English and drama in Britain, India, Brazil, and the Philippines. He now divides his time between London and Manila.