Caught in the Long Grass

Something is wrong in Jamie's life.The seventeen-year-old doesn't know what it is, but he's restless, and every new day seems just as dull and colorless as the last. He'd like to meet a girl, but not just any girl. He's looking for someone special to share his hopes and dreams. But Jamie is terribly shy, and he doesn't fancy the girls in the neighborhood.One day, Jamie is running an errand for his mum when he spots some money lying on the floor of the store. He stuffs it into his pocket and heads to the fairground to have some fun. What happens next propels the teenager down a dark path, driven by naivete and fear of the local bully, Archie.Caught in the Long Grass is a gripping coming of age novel set in a suburban jungle. A psychological thriller portraying the effects of teen violence and bullying, it is also an uplifting story of family and young romance. Fans of Frank McCourt's Angela's Ashes will love the authentic 20th-century setting, the drama, and the suspense brought to life by PJ McDermott's biographical fiction.A digital version is also available and makes an excellent gift .Author's note: Caught in the Long Grass was previously published as Small Fish Big Fish. It has been extensively revised and the content now reflects the true locations where the story takes place.