Sparrowlegs

When world famous writer and past English children's laureate, MICHAEL MORPURGO read 'Sparrowlegs' in one sitting, he called it 'a thrilling story'. So that's a complement /recommendation for sure! This book is for both children and adults alike. The story delves into deep human emotions, exploring the relationship between a young boy and an old man - most adults cry when they read it! Malcolm Thomas is a struggling footballer who's distraught when his best 'footballing' friends move to London. He's all excited when his mum tells him a new family of 'football mad' young boys are moving in next door. But Malcolm is angry and upset as this doesn't happen. An old aged pensioner moves in instead, who spends most of his time sitting in a wheelchair. However, Malcolm soon discovers that Juan Schiaffino is an old footballer himself, with an incredible secret...