Big Words

Award-winning author Luke Palmer masterfully captures the intricate dynamics of teenage friendship in this compelling tale of misadventure, resentment and reconciliation. Biggest goes first - always. That's one of the unspoken rules of Kiln, the forbidden waste ground where Shaun and his mates hang out. So when Shaun comes up with a plan to go sledging on the rust-ridden bonnet of a rotting car, he goes first. To show the others how it's done. His mates aren't so keen. But there's no complaining. No backing down. Those are the other rules of Kiln. Even when they lead to disaster. Will their friendship survive the consequences?