Goodreads finalist 2012 as voted by over 1 million readers
My name is BUDO.
I have been alive for 5 years.
5 years is a very long time for someone like me to be alive.
MAX gave me my name. Max is 8 years old.
He is the only human person who can see me.
I know what Max knows, and some things he doesn’t.
I know that Max is in danger.
And I know that I am the only one who can save him.
My name is BUDO.
I have been alive for 5 years.
5 years is a very long time for someone like me to be alive.
MAX gave me my name. Max is 8 years old.
He is the only human person who can see me.
I know what Max knows, and some things he doesn’t.
I know that Max is in danger.
And I know that I am the only one who can save him.
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Reviews
An absorbing, moving story
Uplifting..Don't Miss
From no. 1 bestselling author Jodi Picoult: 'A novel as creative, brave, and pitch-perfect as its narrator, an imaginary friend named Budo, who reminds us that bravery comes in the most unlikely forms. It has been a long time since I read a book that has captured me so completely, and has wowed me with its unique vision. You've never read a book like this before. As Budo himself might say: Believe me'
An endearing tale of love, loyalty and the extraordinary power of a child's imagination
Remarkably fun, has adventure and mystery and unlike anything you'll have read before . . . It is undeniably an absorbing story that is more than a little magical
This debut is a fantastic idea that'll really capture the imagination
A captivating novel that you'll want to read in one sitting
A perfect read for fans of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Refreshingly different
Seriously impressive
An endearing tale of love, loyalty and the extraordinary power of a child's imagination
This story is simultaneously heartbreaking and uplifting, essentially celebrating the extraordinary power of the mind
This story is simultaneously heartbreaking and uplifting, essentially celebrating the extraordinary power of the mind