Small Fish Big Fish: A Coming of Age Novel

When a £10 note slips off a shop counter and lands right at Stephen’s feet, he thinks it must be his lucky day. He decides to head to the fairground and have some fun.

What happens next sends the seventeen-year-old's well-ordered life spinning out of control and he finds himself racing down a dark path, driven by his own naivete and his fear of next-door neighbor, Archie.

It’s easy to say that Stephen should follow his instincts and do what he knows is right, but when Archie is involved, that’s more difficult than it sounds…

Told through the eyes of several characters, Small Fish Big Fish is a powerful young adult coming of age novel, a psychological thriller about teen violence and bullying, and a moving story of family and young love.

Adults and older teenagers will enjoy the authentic 20th century world building, drama, and suspense offered by this gritty young adult biographical fiction.

Paperback and hardcover versions are also available and make a perfect gift for any with a Scottish heritage or those who simply enjoy a good read!

What Readers Say

'I found myself unable to put it down after the first twenty pages.'

'Every young person wants to know they're not alone. We are all Stephen at some stage in our lives, lost, confused, trying to fit in, struggling to come to grips with our lives and who we are. This book does this flawlessly.'

'A wonderful story that all young people can relate to. It takes an age-old battle and puts it splendidly into words that many will appreciate. I could not believe the climax.'

‘Reminds me of Frank McCourt's biography of his life growing up in Ireland.'

'A fantastic story and a great read.'