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Moonrise

Sarah Crossan

Moonrise

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  • Action Adventures - chills, thrills and plenty of spills
  • Friends & Family - tears and laughter, and happy ever after
  • Friends & Family - tears and laughter, and happy ever after

Average rating

5 out 5

8 reviews

Reviews

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"Moonrise" is an exceedingly touching and intriguing novel that is delivered with compassion and depth. It speaks on love and life just as much as it does on death and grief. This book brings tears to one's eyes.

Duchess Ursula Sudoku 15.07.2023

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I think Moonrise is an extremely sorrowful and touching story. The person I like best is Ed because he is able to remain positive even though he has been on the death row for 10 years an has been wrongfully accused of murdering a cop at age 18. I would recommend it to ages 11+.

Principal Majorca Skateboard 03.09.2021

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I think this book show to never give up.

Anonymous 17.08.2021

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The book was an emotional rollercoaster in hopes of having a happy ending despite the obvious clues of what may happen, The main character, Joe, illustrates his emotions and feeling of what has happened to his older brother, Ed, who he very much admired despite being charged for murder, My favourite character by far must be Ed who was honest and quite optimistic of his situation while his world was crumbling down which I very much admire about him. I would also definitely recommend this book since it gives a well written insight of the many emotions that occur when a close family member is accused of a crime and how heart breaking the whole ordeal is.

Anonymous 14.07.2021

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I loved this book !!! It was really good ! 10/10 would read again

Anonymous 03.07.2021

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I liked it when memories of Ed came into his brothers mind.

Anonymous 28.08.2018

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This book, was the first book that made me shed tears in a long time! I would recommend this to 12+ readers, as some mature themes are hinted. I have already read Crossan's 'One', and absolutely loved the book. 'Moonrise' is a book about a boy named Joe's brother, who is on death row. Ed has been accused of murdering a policeman, the only problem is, he never killed him. 10 years later, Ed's execution date is set. This book made me think about how grateful i should be, as no death penalties are in the UK. I think Death Penalties should not exist anywhere. My favourite character in this book is Ed, as even though he is accused, he manages to stay positive. I would recommend this book to older readers

Anonymous 30.07.2018

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