Peter Carey 
The Big Bazoohley 

Sam Kellow is nine. His father is a compulsive gambler, pursuing the 'big bazoohley' – the jackpot to end all jackpots. But it is Sam who sets out to win it – against all the odds, he enters the Perfecto Kiddo Competition . . .'Carey has written a novel in the mould of Roald Dahl, rich in pathos, humour, wacky plot twists and curious characters . . .' Independent'An absolutely enchanting first children's book.' Good Book Guide