The Goldfish Boy
The Goldfish Boy by Lisa Thompson is a reissue published by Scholastic Incorporated on August 28, 2018. This 320-page novel presents a compelling narrative centered on Matthew Corbin, a boy grappling with severe obsessive-compulsive disorder. As he navigates his challenges, he becomes an unlikely detective when a toddler from his neighborhood goes missing, placing him at the heart of a mystery that demands both courage and introspection.
Readers will find a blend of juvenile fiction and social themes as the story unfolds in a cul-de-sac setting. The narrative explores Matthew’s unique perspective as he observes his neighbors and documents their routines, ultimately leading him to confront not only the mystery of the missing child but also his own fears and secrets. With elements of law and crime intertwined, this book delves into the complexities of family dynamics and mental health, offering a nuanced look at the intersection of personal struggles and community involvement.
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In this riveting debut, a boy struggling with OCD is uniquely qualified to solve a kidnapping.
Lisa Thompson’s debut novel is a page-turning mystery with an emotionally-driven, complex character study at its core — like Rear Window meets The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.Matthew Corbin suffers from severe obsessive-compulsive disorder. He hasn’t been to school in weeks. His hands are cracked and bleeding from cleaning. He refuses to leave his bedroom. To pass the time, he observes his neighbors from his bedroom window, making mundane notes about their habits as they bustle about the cul-de-sac. When a toddler staying next door goes missing, it becomes apparent that Matthew was the last person to see him alive. Suddenly, Matthew finds himself at the center of a high-stakes mystery, and every one of his neighbors is a suspect. Matthew is the key to figuring out what happened and potentially saving a child’s life… but is he able to do so if it means exposing his own secrets, and stepping out from the safety of his home?
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