Flyaway - Couverture souple

Christopher, Lucy

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 190529476X ISBN 13 : 9781905294763

Editeur : Chicken House Ltd, 2010

Synopsis

In this touching novel for ages 10+, Lucy Christopher explores the remarkable bond between a young girl, a boy and a damaged wild bird - a relationship that will touch everyone who reads it. While visiting her father in hospital, thirteen-year-old Isla meets Harry, the first boy to understand her and her love of the outdoors. But Harry is ill, and as his health fails, Isla is determined to help him in the only way she knows how. Together they watch a lone swan struggling to fly on the lake outside Harry's window. Isla believes that if she can help the damaged swan, somehow she can help Harry. And in doing so, she embarks upon a breathtakingly magical journey of her own.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

In this touching novel for ages 10+, Lucy Christopher explores the remarkable bond between a young girl, a boy and a damaged wild bird - a relationship that will touch everyone who reads it. While visiting her father in hospital, thirteen-year-old Isla meets Harry, the first boy to understand her and her love of the outdoors. But Harry is ill, and as his health fails, Isla is determined to help him in the only way she knows how. Together they watch a lone swan struggling to fly on the lake outside Harry's window. Isla believes that if she can help the damaged swan, somehow she can help Harry. And in doing so, she embarks upon a breathtaking magical journey of her life.

Revue de presse

* "Beautiful writing with lyrical moments and mystical descriptions of nature create a story that is rich and compelling, with plenty of action to balance out the reflective moments....A rewarding and superb celebration of life." -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, starred review

* "Quiet but compelling. Sensitive." -- BOOKLIST, starred review

"A strong, sensitive portrait of a girl trying to make sense of difficult changes in her life, while learning to draw strength from those around her." -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY

"Emotionaly affecting and remarkably convincing." -- KIRKUS

IRA Children's and YA Book Award (Intermediate Fiction)

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Chicken House Ltd
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 190529476X
• ISBN 13: 9781905294763
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 336
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible