Rocket Boy

A quiet, powerful story about hope, loss, and launching big dreams from small places.

Callum doesn't say much, not since the day everything changed. But when he discovers a rocket-building competition, something stirs. With the help of an unlikely friend, a pile of scrap, and a spark of imagination, Callum begins to find his voice again, not just with words, but with courage.

Rocket Boy is a beautifully told story of grief, healing and friendship. It’s about how we carry sadness, how we rebuild when we feel broken, and how even the smallest acts of kindness can help someone take flight again.

Katie Jennings brings sensitivity and strength to a story that’s both down to earth and full of wonder, a reminder that big dreams often start in quiet moments.

At Big Heart Book Club, we love Rocket Boy for the way it gently shows the power of creativity, connection, and believing in yourself, even when everything feels like it’s fallen apart.