THE DEAD I KNOW by Scot Gardner (LWH)I really enjoyed this book. A young boy named Aaron Rowe leaves school and gets a job at the local undertaker where he discovers that he feels OK about death and preparing bodies ready for funerals. Although Aaron is shy and doesn't let anyone into his life, he warms to his new boss who seems to understand him. His new job seems to suit him well but he has troubles that no one knows about. He sleep walks and constantly wakes up in unusual places, which he has no memory of. Dealing with this along with caring for his guardian who has lost her memory and the difficulties this provides, lends to a fascinating read. I really felt for this young boy who was trying to get his life together and care for the one person in his life that means so much to him. As his story unravells the truth about his past is revealed to him. It is a very touching book that I just couldn't put down.
About the author: Scot wasn't born reading and writing; in fact he left school in year eleven to undertake an apprenticeship in gardening with the local council. His first fiction for young readers, One Dead Seagull, was published after he attended a writing conference with John Marsden. His many books since include Burning Eddy, which was short-listed for both the CBCA and NSW Premier's Literary awards.
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