A Kind of Spark
Elle McNicoll
A KIND OF SPARK tells the story of 11-year-old Addie as she campaigns for a memorial in memory of the witch trials that took place in her Scottish hometown. Addie knows there’s more to the story of these ‘witches’, just like there is more to hers. Can Addie challenge how the people in her town see her, and her autism, and make her voice heard?
A story about friendship, courage and self-belief, perfect for fans of The Goldfish Boy.
""Definitive and funny"" Susin Nielsen
""A fabulous, brilliant debut"" Lisa Thompson
Reviews
This book is all about being different. Addie is a autistic girl who has a really mean teacher called Miss Murphy. When she finds out about the unfair witch trials which had happened in her town, she wants to build a memorial for them. Unfortunately people in her town don't listen to her as she is autistic.
Senorita Magnolia Remmington 01.09.2024
Star Reviewer
I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is interested in neurodiversity or readers that love the genre of adventure. I really enjoyed the story’s twists and turns that made me want to read more. This book created a new found awareness of neurodiversity as I didn’t know much about it before I read this book. I now understand and appreciate the importance of this subject. Now I would like to see more neurodiverse characters used in literature. Elle Mcnicoll is an intelligent writer who has shown the importance of neurodiversity. She is a determined and passionate advocate for children with autism and many others. She has created an outstanding story. This has a powerful message that is: nothing and no one can stop you from doing what you love.
Lady Aphrodite Glitterball 20.08.2024
Everyone should read this
Fairy Iguana Teabag 09.08.2024
I really liked the main character Addie. I could really relate to Addie because she is kind and I could imagine being her friend in real life. I like that the main character is autistic as that does not happen in books enough.
Baroness Daffodil Windchime 22.07.2024
Star Reviewer
It really shows you about life from the perspective of aa neurodiverse person, and I found it very informative, as well as entertaining! My favourite people are Keedie, because she always puts on a brave face and helps her little sister, and Audrey who always sticks up for Addie, no matter what. I would recommend this to anyone who is interested in autism, campaining or witches.
Baroness Candyfloss Aardvark 17.07.2024
Star Reviewer
I found this book interesting and inspirational.
Viscount Natty Banana 28.12.2023
I thought that this book was amazing hence the rating 5/5. I would definitely give it a better rating if I could! I love that this book tells us more about autism and how it affects people. I really loved the bond between Addie and Keedie and especially Nina at the end. I would definitely recommend as this is one of my favourite books! Elle McNicoll is a great author!
Fairy Daisy Hammersmith 08.10.2023
Star Reviewer
My favourite character is Audrey, the best friend to the main character. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes looking through someone else's point of view. It truly is an amazing book.
Senorita Aphrodite Mystery 01.09.2023
my favourite character was a girl called Audrey because she is a very nice and supportive friend. I also think that this story is very touching and funny at the same time because it is very sad when people bully other people but funny when adults keep refusing a very good idea.
Princess Blueberry Spinner 22.08.2023
Amazing book 100% recommended this to others
Lady Viper Buffalo 22.08.2023
A Kind Of Spark is about an 11 year old girl named Addie who is autistic. She has a strong and un-breakable bond with her older sister, Keedie, who is also autistic. Addie struggles at school because of her autism as she is different and gets bullied because of it. This is a beautiful story about being different and an important book for children to read to learn a bit more about neurodivergent people. Highly recommend it.
Anonymous 21.08.2023
really really interesting
Marshal Daffodil Jumpsuit 20.08.2023
This is a great book about an autistic girl called Addie. I also watched the TV series it was so good! Amazing.
Nurse Phoenix Astronomical 19.08.2023
It talked a lot about different people having rights to do the same as normal people!
Anonymous 10.08.2023
I liked the sad part about it
Coach Bunny Pineapple 31.07.2023
simply the best
Fairy Phoenix Unicycle 30.07.2023
This is one of my favourite books. It is deeply compelling and had me completely bewitched. If you haven't read this you must. It helped me understand more about people like Addie and Keedie. I love Elle Mcnicoll books now.
Principal Mildred Spinner 30.07.2023
In this book, Addie and her sister have to find ways to adapt in the world around them as they struggle at points to cope with their autism. I recommend this book to anyone who likes adventure stories.
Professor Bruno Pipistrel 29.07.2023
Star Reviewer
Addie is autistic.
Viscount Natty Banana 29.07.2023
Such a beautiful book!
Anonymous 27.07.2023
