The Five
Mared Roberts translator Elgan Rhys editor
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Firefly Press Ltd
Published:7th Aug '25
Should be back in stock very soon
The Five follows a year in the interconnected lives of five very different teenagers who forge a singular bond at their secondary school in north-west Wales. As they navigate the joys and tribulations of what makes them different as individuals, their newfound community is both tested and strengthened. This boldly original and tender-hearted young adult novel is adapted by Mared Roberts from the multi-award-winning Welsh-language series Y Pump, which was co-created in an innovative authorship process.
‘Beautifully written, thought-provoking and relatable, you will remember this book, this place and the people who live and breathe inside it.’
-- Bryony Pearce‘A brilliant range of characters and voices! Edgy and sometimes humourous, it takes on life's challenges head on. Heartwarming depictions of relationships, what it's like to be different and how the power of friendship overcomes all obstacles. I loved it, obvs!’
-- Patience Agbabi‘I read The Five and was impressed by its beauty and energy. I felt it was without illusions, yet not disillusioned. A testament indeed to love, hope and the resilience of the human spirit. Loved it!’
-- Zillah Bethell'Groundbreaking, heartbreaking and heart mending. Get this on your TBR list. These voices are vibrant and innovative- a new generation of talent’
-- Caryl L- Winner of Wales Children's Book of the Year, People's Choice Award 2022
- Winner of Tir na n-Og Prize 2022
ISBN: 9781917718004
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: unknown
432 pages