Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, this is a contemporary love story about loyalty and friendship and the power of never giving up hope.

Oscar Dunleavy, who used to make the world's most perfect apple tarts, is missing, presumed dead. No-one seems too surprised, except for Meg, his best friend, and his little brother Stevie. Surrounded by grief and confusion, Meg and Stevie are determined to find out what happened to Oscar, and together they learn about loyalty and friendship and the power of never giving up hope.


'an original big-hearted novel about loyalty, friendship, love and hope with characters who will really stay with you.' The Bookseller

The characters are well-drawn in this absorbing and thought-provoking timeslip novel. Sarah Moore Fitzgerald tells a moving and original story of love and loss with both humour and understanding.