Loose Connections

Rosemary Hayes lives and works in Cambridgeshire. She has written numerous books for children including historical and contemporary fiction and fantasy – many of which have been shortlisted for awards. She is also a reader for an authors’ advisory service and enjoys helping unpublished writers to hone their skills. Rosemary lived in Australia for six years, and her first children's novel Race Against Time, set in Australia, was runner-up for the Kathleen Fidler Award. Rosemary's first Frances Lincoln book, Mixing It, about the relationship between a Muslim girl and a non Muslim boy against a background of terrorism, was shortlisted for the South Lanarkshire Book Award. Her next book, Payback, is based on the actual experiences of a young Muslim woman who was brave enough to defy her family and reject the husband chosen for her.

The author presents a convincing scenario and is particularly good at conveying the anger and frustration carers of patients with Alzheimer's and dementia can feel. Books for Keeps Despite the distressing nature of the main theme the book is written with a light touch. ... A compelling and at times moving short novel. School Librarian The credible characters and the absorbing story line will hold the reader's imagination right through. Irish Examiner A positive and realistic story, and one which would be excellent for introducing young people to the topic of dementia. It is also very relevant to the many young people in the position of being carers for older ones, and gives an insight into their lives. Parents in Touch A deeply touching story, Loose Connections gently explores how a young boy deals with his granny's increasing confusion...How Jake sorts through the complications of his life is tenderly and thoughtfully explored. -- Julia Eccleshare Love Reading