Staying Late

Teenage angst meets cold fusion in this gritty, compelling tale of loyalty and loneliness.<p> Teased mercilessly by her so-called friends, and ignored by the only boy in the world who matters, Laura dreads her school days. Things aren’t much better at home: Mum’s always stressed out and Dad’s long gone. <p> Late-night music lessons in school provide some escape, but when Laura hears strange noises in the dark, empty building, she discovers she’s not alone. <p> Unravelling the mystery becomes an obsession. Gradually, she uncovers a secret that links a boy in her class, her own great-grandad and a nuclear scientist in a distant country. The trail takes her on a terrifying journey far from home, and ultimately on a journey of self-discovery. <p> Suitable for 11 to 16-year-olds.