David Barclay Moore (Bücher)

David Barclay Moore Bücher

David Barclay Moore ist ein preisgekrönter Autor, dessen Werk sich durch eine einzigartige Weltsicht und das ständige Bestreben auszeichnet, Dinge anders zu sehen. Sein Schreiben, beeinflusst von der Liebe zum Ozean und dem Wunsch zu fliegen, erforscht oft neue Perspektiven und tiefere Bedeutungen. Moore, der sich selbst als Technikbegeisterten und Geschichtenerzähler betrachtet, schöpft Inspiration aus vielfältigen Quellen, und seine Texte sind von Magie und Fantasie durchdrungen. Durch sein Schaffen lädt er die Leser auf eine Entdeckungsreise ein und regt zum Nachdenken über das Gewöhnliche an.

The Stars Beneath Our Feet

304 Seiten
11 Lesestunden

A boy navigates the challenges of life in Harlem after his brother's tragic death in this remarkable debut novel that highlights community and creativity. Set on Christmas Eve, twelve-year-old Lolly Rachpaul and his mother are grappling with grief from a gang-related shooting. A transformative gift from his mother’s girlfriend—two large bags of Legos—offers Lolly a chance to rebuild his life. Traditionally meticulous in following kit instructions, Lolly now faces a pile of blocks without guidance, forcing him to carve his own path. The allure of joining a gang, like his brother, looms large, especially after he and a friend are attacked. However, constructing a fantastical Lego city at the community center becomes Lolly's refuge and a way to reconnect with his surroundings. David Barclay Moore skillfully depicts a boy on the brink of adolescence, grief, and violence, illustrating how Lolly's creativity helps him forge a life with stability and hope. This poignant tale has garnered acclaim, including six starred reviews and recognition as a Publisher's Weekly Best Book of the Year, with a film adaptation directed by Michael B. Jordan in the works.