The sequel to Dubosarsky’s much- acclaimed “The First Book of Samuel.” Samuel and Theodora’s flamboyant opera-singing father goes missing while their grandfather reveals more family secrets. A compelling story, both funny and dramatic, that unfolds as the past and the present collide. Winner of the New South Wales Premier’s Literary Award and the Victorian Premier's Literary Award. Cover illustration and design by Amy Golbach.

“What joy to enter again into the convoluted family life of Theodora and Samuel… some of the most attractively real, engaged and engaging characters in youth literature.” Adelaide Advertiser.
“Infused with mysticism and a sense of fate… a poetic account of family life.” Sydney Morning Herald

Ursula Dubosarsky was born in Sydney and is the author of over 50 books for children and young adults. She has won multiple national literary prizes and has been nominated for both the Hans Christian Anderson and Astrid Lindgren international awards for children’s literature.