Thomas's ability to fly brings heartbreak and happiness
Joey has always been a special kid, but his brother, Mark, is worried that the people in their new town won’t understand his odd behavior Mark has always known that his brother, Joey, was special.
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Mark grows concerned for his younger brother Joey in their new school, as he fears people will discover Joey is no ordinary genius but has acute powers of extrasensory perception and even the ability to fly if he so desires.
Having grown up in a miserable home for abandoned children, a young boy jumps at the chance to exchange places with the mysterious, flying "loblolly boy," but once he takes on this new identity, he discovers what a harsh price he must pay.
But then the Fat Fairy turns up again, and with help from her and Thomas's new friend Mr Vinnie, a retired painter and decorator who has been flying since he was Thomas's age, everything changes.This is an enchanting story in which an ...