Trader loves nothing more than spending time with his grandpa, especially when they are combing the beaches of Bognor Regis together for unusual stones to add to their collection. When Trader finds a pebble that proves particularly special it opens up a secret that was never supposed to be discovered.
There is often speculation about 'celebrity authors' but if there's one thing I've learnt as a book blogger it's not to judge an author by their celebrity status. Alex Horne has clearly written this book from the heart, and the letter that accompanied the book explains why The Last Pebble was inspired by his own grandfather and his love of geology, as well as trips to Bognor with his own family. This is absolutely a book written with love at its core and I adored reading it.
Trader loves stones, he loves spending time with his grandfather and he has a unique take on the world and I love that about him. He finds making friends difficult and struggles with small talk; however, when Charlotte cones along, he seems to have found the perfect fit in a friend. Watching their friendship grow as the book progresses is a joy to see and proves that being yourself is always best.
In the acknowledgements, Alex calls the book 'old fashioned' but I think it's anything but that. The Last Pebble is the most gorgeous book, gentle and heart-warming it is a story of love, faith and hope; about knowing who you are and being true to your unique self. To me, that's anything but boring.
Publishing on the 3rd July, The Last Pebble is going to make a perfect summer read. A book about finding treasure in everyday objects, finding the joy in the little things and spending time with family and away from technology - what could be more perfect for the summer?
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