Longlisted for the 2015 Carnegie Medal. Kaia is frozen when her brother dies, but can an unexpected friend help her to grow again?

My name is Kaia. I’m frozen because of what happened. I’m trapped because of what I saw. Can someone help me to grow again? Kaia is frozen when her brother dies, but can an unexpected friend help her to grow again?

"Full of tenderness and hope" - Julia Eccleshare, Lovereading

"A brave book, beautifully produced, carefully written, and it will stay with you long after you have finished it" - Books for Keeps

"A thoughtful, beautifully-illustrated book... I would highly recommend this book and would like to see it go on to win an award." - Reading Zone

"Well-written and beautifully illustrated . . . this is one of the best-looking books I’ve seen for a long time." - The Bookbag

"Magical, heart-breaking and hopeful, this illustrated tale of love and loss is definitely a recommended read." - Formby Books