Lockie Leonard, Human Torpedo

Reissue of a novel for teenagers first published in 1990 by McPhee Gribble and voted an ALA Best Book for Young Adults. A 12-year-old surfer must overcome a variety of obstances to win the heart of the smartest, richest and prettiest girl in school. '... a story about sexual awakening and morality; about standing on your principles or ignoring them to belong to the group' (Scott Johnston, 'The Examiner'). The author is best known for his novels for adults, including 'Cloudstreet', winner of the Miles Franklin and NBC awards.