The Mystery of the Missing Mum

A heartfelt exploration of family and resilience

Frances Moloney author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Pushkin Press

Published:4th Aug '22

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A young boy searches for his missing mother, uncovering family dynamics in The Mystery of the Missing Mum, a touching tale of love and resilience.

In The Mystery of the Missing Mum, we follow the journey of a young boy named Jake who is thrown into a whirlwind of confusion and anxiety when his mother goes missing. On what started as a typical Monday morning, Jake wakes up to find that his mother has not come to wake him for school. With his older sister preoccupied with her morning routine and their grandmother snoring in the kitchen, Jake is left to unravel the mystery of his mother's disappearance all on his own. His world, though not perfect, is suddenly turned upside down, and he can't help but feel abandoned.

As Jake embarks on his quest to find his mother, he grapples with feelings of uncertainty and a sense of responsibility that weighs heavily on his young shoulders. He questions why his family seems indifferent to the situation, and the absence of his mother leaves him feeling isolated. Throughout his journey, he encounters various characters and situations that highlight the complexities of family dynamics, showing that love and support can come in many forms, even when things seem chaotic.

Ultimately, The Mystery of the Missing Mum is a heartfelt exploration of family, resilience, and the search for understanding. It blends humor with poignant moments, capturing the essence of perfectly imperfect families as Jake learns to navigate his feelings and confront the reality of his situation. This touching tale reminds readers that even in the midst of uncertainty, the bonds of family can provide the strength needed to face life's challenges.

A heartfelt story told with such passion and authenticity it will stick with you as though it was a memory of your very own -- Nadine Wild-Palmer, author of The Tunnels Below
It's a tender and truthful glimpse of what it is to be part of a family where mental health can be an issue, and also shows us how families can remain families, even through break-ups and distances. -- David Ashby
I adored The Mystery of the Missing Mum by Frances Maloney. Full of hope and humour, this fast-paced mystery with family and friendship at its heart is a sensitive exploration of the impact of a parent's mental health on a child. Loved Jake's unique wise and naïve voice. -- H S Norup
An age-appropriate ode to "perfectly imperfect" families * Observer *
A successful debut novel likely to appeal to readers who enjoyed books such as Jaqueline Wilson's The Illustrated Mum or Little Bits of Sky by S.E. Durrant. * Books For Keeps *
A comic yet deceptively observant adventure story about a boy searching for his vanished mother * Telegraph *

ISBN: 9781782693529

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192 pages