Albertos Lost Birthday

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A country that promised to forget, an old man who's lost more than he realized, and a little boy who believes everyone should have a birthday . . . Alberto is an old man, but he doesn't know how old because he remembers nothing before arriving at an orphanage during the Spanish Civil War. He rarely thinks about his missing childhood, but when seven-year-old Tino discovers his grandfather has never had a birthday party, never blown out candles on a birthday cake, and never received a single birthday present, he's determined that should change. Together, the two set out to find Alberto's lost birthday. Their quest will reunite old friends, resurrect enemies and expose some of Spain's darkest secrets. Neither realize it yet, but it will also change both of their lives forever. 'This warming story will capture your heart until the very end' Essentials 'Moving, thoughtful and absorbing . . . Alberto's Lost Birthday reminds us of the importance of home and the peace that comes with knowing who we truly are' Mail on Sunday 'A fascinating look at Spain's troubled history and a heart-warming intergenerational love story' Red 'If you're looking for a feel-good book with a difference, this is it . . . This book is about family, friendship and, most importantly, having no regrets' Good to Know A little boy and his grandfather embark on a quest to find the old man's missing birthday in Diana Rosie's debut novel, Alberto's Lost Birthday.Alberto is an old man. But he doesn't know how old - he remembers nothing before his arrival at an orphanage during the Spanish civil war. He rarely thinks about his missing childhood, but when seven-year-old Tino discovers his grandfather has never had a birthday party, never blown out candles on a birthday cake, never received a single birthday present, he's determined things should change. And so the two set out to find Alberto's birthday.Their search for the old man's memories takes them deep into the heart of Spain - a country that has pledged to forget its painful past. As stories of courage, cruelty and love unfold, Alberto realises that he has lost more than a birthday. He has lost a part of himself. But with his grandson's help, he might just find it again.

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Pagina's: 288, Editie: Main Market, Paperback, Pan