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Joe Speedboat
Book • 2009
In 'Joe Speedboat,' Tommy Wieringa tells the story of Frankie Hermans, who wakes up from a coma after a farming accident to find himself paralyzed and mute.
His life is transformed by the arrival of Joe Speedboat, a boy who brings vitality, verve, and a daredevil spirit to their sleepy village.
Joe sees potential in Frankie's handicaps, particularly his strong right arm, which he encourages Frankie to use for arm-wrestling.
This fast-paced and witty novel explores themes of trauma, friendship, and the dash towards adulthood in a rural Dutch setting.
His life is transformed by the arrival of Joe Speedboat, a boy who brings vitality, verve, and a daredevil spirit to their sleepy village.
Joe sees potential in Frankie's handicaps, particularly his strong right arm, which he encourages Frankie to use for arm-wrestling.
This fast-paced and witty novel explores themes of trauma, friendship, and the dash towards adulthood in a rural Dutch setting.
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