Where in the World:

"A quietly told story about relationships between a boy and his grandfather (Opa) and between music and memories. . . A slow voice weaving between past and present characterizes this thoughtful piece about music, family, and memories."—Kirkus Reviews★ "An unusual and gripping coming-of-age story. . . This well-constructed novel challenges readers to think about their own families, talents, and 'where in the world' they might be."—School Library Journal, Starred Review"This is one of the few novels for the age group that handles the topic of music with a musician's sensibility. . . The lyrical writing style suits the theme of musical improvisation in a story that's poignant without being overly sentimental."—Booklist"Australian author French's sensitively observed novel offers up quiet notes of joy while conveying the pain of a fatherless child. . . The understated prose sets off the thunderousness of the emotions, and French, who avoids tearjerking, wins readers fair and square with a tender approach-as well as a protagonist who grows immensely."—Publishers Weekly