I read "Exit Through the Gift Shop" a couple of years ago and thoroughly enjoyed it, so I was interested to read the author's second novel. Like her first book, "No Words" is humorous despite the serious topics that the novel deals with - mental health, grief, bullying, anxiety and the plight of refugees - making it accessible for younger readers.

I loved the friendship between Hero, Aria and Jaz. As Aria slowly shares his story, revealing his life in Iran and his escape to Australia, I was shocked and I wanted to give him a big hug. However, having spoken to actual students who have left the Middle East for the safety of Australia, his story was sadly very believable.

"No Words" was a touching read showing how kindness, love and friendship triumph over bullying and evil. ( )