Odd Child Out A Novel

Odd Child Out, a novel by Gilly Macmillan, is published by HarperCollins and was released on October 3, 2017. This 432-page book delves into the complexities of friendship and truth, centering on best friends Noah Sadler and Abdi Mahad. When Noah is discovered unconscious in Bristol’s Feeder Canal, Abdi’s silence raises questions about the events leading up to the incident, prompting an investigation led by Detective Jim Clemo, who has just returned from a leave of absence.

Readers will find a narrative that explores the dynamics of social tensions in Bristol, particularly as the backgrounds of the two boys—one British and the other a Somali refugee—come into play. As the investigation unfolds, the story reveals the lengths to which families will go to uncover the truth amidst rising fear and fury. The novel intertwines elements of psychological intrigue and mystery, inviting readers to consider how well they truly know those they love.