
Invisible Threads
Red Fox (Publisher)
Published on 1. July 2004
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-0-09-943338-5 (ISBN)
Description
At the age of sixteen, shy introverted Naomi makes a harrowing adult decision about the future of her baby daughter. Sixteen years later, Carrie faces painful challenges of her own. These two very different girls from two different generations, are linked only by the invisible threads of DNA, but as their stories unfold, moving parallels as well as differences between their experiences emerge, lending unusual honesty and force to this compelling novel.
Reviews / Votes
"Convincing, contemporary ... This is a thoughtful story about mothers and daughters and the need to belong" Guardian 20040622 "Strong emotional impact ... The most impressive facet of the Daltons' technique is to convey the girls' shared yearning for love and acceptance" The Irish Times 20040727 "Interesting and original" Books for Keeps 20040901 "A wonderful exploration of the relationship between mothers and daughters and the conflict and comfort that is at its core" Inis 20041201 "A touching story" Teen Titles 20050101More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Penguin Random House Children's UK
Target group
Young adult
Interest Age: From 12 to 17 years
Product notice
Paperback (UK-B)
Weight
165 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-09-943338-5 (9780099433385)
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