Bee Bones

by Richard Pierce

Twelve-year-old Tillmann has been dreaming about his mother Kate since she died. But one morning something changes, and he becomes convinced she’s still alive. He persuades his father, Nairne, that they should look for her. This is the beginning of a journey across Britain, and through the past, for father and son, which takes them from London to Cambridge to Yorkshire, and then, finally, to Scotland.When father and son reach their final destination, a sequence of events unfolds which makes Nairne question if anything Kate ever told him was the truth. Leaves him wondering if his entire life has been one big lie. And leaves him having to make a decision that could change his and Tillmann’s lives forever.

232 pages, Paperback

First published July 23, 2014

About the author

Richard Pierce is a writer, poet, painter, and broadcaster.

He lives in Norwich.

His debut novel, DEAD MEN, was nominated for The Guardian First Book Award.

Reviews

[Leanne O’Leary · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very well written and an utterly engaging read. The author has crafted believable flawed characters that you can’t help but like. It’s a full circle love story that doesn’t shy away from the tragedies life can throw at us and the impact that can have.

[Jackie York · Rating 4 out of 5]

I know we are not supposed to recommend page turners, but put it this way, if you want a book that will absorb you until you find out what happens, this could be the one. It is a well written, unusual story of a father and son looking for their dead wife and mother. If that sounds improbable, it is. But nonetheless, I would recommend it as a good read.

[Di · Rating 5 out of 5]

I couldn't put this down until the end. I loved Richard's writing style, I was there on their roadtrip, problem-solving, curious, then invested ... then reading right till the end because REALLY??!!
Beautifully written, conceived.
Loved it.
Highly recommend it.