Gypsy Boy on the Run
Jul 2011 · Hachette UK
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This is the incredible story of a boy who escaped from a secret world.
Mikey is a Romany Gypsy and grew up living in a caravan on sites across the UK. He adored his family and the rich and vibrant Romany culture he'd inherited. Eventually though he was forced to make a heartbreaking decision - to stay and keep secrets, or escape and find somewhere to finally belong.
But Mikey quickly discovers that life in the outside world isn't all he expected. After learning his father had put a contract out on him and that he was being hunted down by gangs of thugs determined to claim their reward, Mikey realises that life will never be the same again.
Brimming with unforgettable characters, this extraordinary coming-of-age story will remind you that sometimes it takes courage (and the odd Disney song) to be the person you were meant to be.
Mikey is a Romany Gypsy and grew up living in a caravan on sites across the UK. He adored his family and the rich and vibrant Romany culture he'd inherited. Eventually though he was forced to make a heartbreaking decision - to stay and keep secrets, or escape and find somewhere to finally belong.
But Mikey quickly discovers that life in the outside world isn't all he expected. After learning his father had put a contract out on him and that he was being hunted down by gangs of thugs determined to claim their reward, Mikey realises that life will never be the same again.
Brimming with unforgettable characters, this extraordinary coming-of-age story will remind you that sometimes it takes courage (and the odd Disney song) to be the person you were meant to be.
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4.7
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April 12, 2018
Read Mikey's first book and this within four days, what a sad story, I shed many tears as I read, no child should ever have to endure that kind of violence or abuse, a shame you were driven out by those that should have protected you. The scars will fade but memories won't. I just hope now you are free you find love and peace and to be happy in your own skin. X
Sharon Poskitt
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April 26, 2016
Ive now read both books... What an amazing young man mickey is.. Pity it ended 2011coz i would love to hear how he is getting on now... Xxx
Amanda Ludlow
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May 15, 2019
read both books now couldn't put them down would be good if there was another as that was 2011 what an amazing man he is
About the author
Eight years ago Mikey Walsh finally succumbed to staying put. London called him and it is the longest time he has ever lived in one place. He works at a nearby primary school, where he teaches art and drama, and also picks up the formal education he missed out on as a child.
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