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The Madonna of Bolton, Paperback / softback Book

The Madonna of Bolton Paperback / softback

Paperback / softback

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Charlie Matthews's love story begins in a pebble-dashed house in suburban Bolton, at a time when most little boys want to grow up to be Michael Jackson, and girls want to be Princess Diana.

Remembering the Green Cross Code and getting out of football are the most important things in his life, until...

On his ninth birthday, Auntie Jan gives him a gift that will last a lifetime: a seven-inch single called 'Lucky Star'.

He discovers Madonna - and falls in love. Casting the pop icon in the role of his spirit guide, Charlie draws on Madonna's audacity and ambition to help him find the courage to overcome his own obstacles and become a success in life.

His obsession sees him through some tough times, but in order to be truly happy, he'll need to find his own inner strength...

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