Darkest Night, Brightest Star
(Autor) Barry JonsbergTwo things that are true and one that is a lie: I think my mother is dead and alive. I think if I work hard I will be very good at something. I've tried to please my dad but I don't think I ever will. Thirteen-year-old Morgan lives with his dad and his older brother, Mitch. He hasn't heard from his mum since she left when he was two. He works hard on his football skills, striving to meet his father's high expectations and 'be a man'. But what that means isn't always clear-cut. When Morgan makes a friend at school, gets injured in a game, and his long-lost mum turns up, everything changes. Then, when he meets an old woman in need of help, Morgan must decide what kind of man he wants to be.
Barry Jonsberg
Barry Jonsberg is an Australian author known for his award-winning young adult novel "My Life as an Alphabet." His writing style is characterized by witty humor and poignant storytelling. Jonsberg's key contribution to literature lies in his ability to create relatable characters and tackle complex themes with honesty and depth.