Voices #7: A Different Kind of Freedom: A Romani Story by Richard O'Neill (author) and Alette Straathof (illustrator)

A gripping football-filled adventure based in the Romani community of 19th-century Sheffield. “The superb Voices series takes unsung heroes of the past and imagines them recounting the story of their remarkable lives’ ” – The Times

This action-packed story is told through the eyes of young Lijah, as he navigates life and discovers football and the legendary Rab Howell.

“Quick history of Rab Howell: born in a wagon on a camp like yours about thirty years ago. He played for United and England, and was one of the best players I ever saw.”

In this heart-stopping adventure, Richard O’Neill shows us an important and intriguing time in Britain that’s sure to fascinate young readers.

• VOICES: A thrilling series showcasing some of the UK’s finest writers for young people.
• Voices reflects the authentic, unsung stories of our past.
• Each story in the series shows that, even in times of great upheaval, a myriad of people have arrived on this island and made a home for themselves – from Roman times to the present day.