A Different Kind of Freedom: A Romani Story

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.