Living Books
The Game Weavers
Rebecca Zahabi (2023)
Seo Kuroaku has it all. Adopted as a boy by the formidable Sir Neil, he’s the youth champion of Twine, the high-pressured national sport played in arenas where thousands come to watch as weavers craft creatures from their fingertips to wage battle against formidable opponents. But this is a Britain of much darker times and Seo is harbouring a secret.
Zahabi uses the magical game of Twine to challenge the misogyny and homophobia prevalent in many sports, whilst also presenting a sensitive coming-of-age narrative that will be familiar to many gay people struggling with identity.
Rachael Mills / Scorpio Book Dreams
A book for modern times - technology, family and finding who you are in the LGBT community.
Chloe Metzger / Book Blog - Lifestyle, Books & More
Life Challenges
- Inequality and oppression
- Identity
- Challenges with family
- Loneliness
- Recovering when things go wrong
Themes
- Love and acceptance
- Health and wellbeing
- Mental Health
- Identity
- Resurrection
What's Great?
- Character driven
- Beautiful imagery
- Delightful use of language
- Emotional journey
- Surprising
