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This gripping story is set in Glasgow, a city divided by differences. It is the time of the Orange Walks, when fears and rivalry abound. The story centres on two boys, from different Scottish backgrounds, whose love of playing football, brings them together and helps them overcome their parents and grandparents predjudices to some extent. As well as trying to deal with these problems, the boys become unwillingly involved in helping a young Muslim asylum seeker and his girl friend, following a shocking act of violence. All the toughness of the town is there, and the boys acceptance of this. However, through the events that happen, they discover the reasons for the strong feelings people cling to, then make their own decisions on the way forward for them.
Theresa Breslin has presented a realistic slant on racism and religious prejudice. The story is well plotted, and written with depth and clarity in the style we've come to expect from this Carnegie Medal winning author. A strong and valuable read for young people.
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