Ostrich Boys
Ostrich Boys by Keith Gray, published by Random House in 2010, is a 297-page novel that explores themes of friendship and loss through a unique narrative. The story follows three friends, Blake, Sim, and Kenny, who are grappling with the death of their friend Ross. In a bid to honor his memory, they embark on a journey to the village of Ross in southern Scotland, a place Ross had always dreamed of visiting. Their adventure is filled with illegal train rides, bungee jumping, and high-speed police chases, all while carrying Ross’s ashes.
Readers will find a blend of action and adventure as the trio navigates their chaotic quest, prompting them to confront their emotions and the reality of Ross’s death. The novel addresses social issues related to grief and the bonds of friendship, making it a thought-provoking read. With its engaging plot and dark humor, Ostrich Boys offers a distinctive perspective on how young people cope with loss and the lengths they will go to in order to honor a friend.
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Ross is dead, and Blake, Sim, and Kenny are furious. To make it right, they steal Ross’s ashes and set out from their home on the English coast for the tiny village of Ross in southern Scotland, a place their friend had always wanted to go. What follows is an unforgettable journey with illegal train rides, bungee jumping, girls, and high-speed police chases—all with Ross’s ashes along for the ride. As events spin wildly out of control, the three friends must take their heads out of the sand long enough to answer the question: What really happened to Ross?
Keith Gray is an award-winning author from the United Kingdom, making his U.S. debut with this action-packed and darkly humorous novel about friendship and loss.
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