'A Brontë-esque vibe... Murray's lush prose will put a spring in your step and a smile on your
face.' Independent


'A rite-of-passage novel influenced as much by Jane Austen's
Persuasion as it is byLaurie Lee's Cider with Rosie... compulsive reading.' Big Issue



'An irresistible book... This novel is a delight to read,
clever, funny, lush and full of magnificent characters.' Sydney Morning
Herald



'A book for anyone whose heart has ever raced when they
heard a special piece of music, who has struggled in love to work out whether
they do the choosing or get chosen. This is a cloud-parting gem told with wit,
poise and charm.' Tim Butcher, author
of Blood River



'Heartfelt writing from the glam-rock Dodie Smith. It
fizzes.' Guardian

Growing up in a rural recording studio, Halo Llewellyn is rarely star-struck, but when one of the visiting singers gives birth to Fred, she knows right away that he's special.As the golden child grows into the gilded man, she remains dazzled by his ambition and his talent.Up on stage, being screamed at by hundreds of teenage girls, Fred will always turn his spotlight on Halo in the crowd. But that's the problem with falling in love with your charismatic almost-brother - it can never be a secret. In the end, the whole world has to know.

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• Publication Date: April 7, 2011
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