Description
There's no one quite like my big sister Jodie . . .
Quiet, cautious Pearl has always adored her bold, brash, bad big sister Jodie.
When their parents get new jobs at a grand, fusty old boarding school, Melchester College, the girls have to move there - and when they arrive, things start to change.
Jodie has always been the leader - but now it's Pearl who's making new friends. Jodie just seems to be getting into more and more trouble - arguing with Mum, scaring the little children, flirting with the gardener. She really doesn't fit in with the posh teenagers at the school.
Pearl begins to wonder if she needs Jodie as much as she used to. But when Firework Night comes around and a tragic event occurs, Pearl realises quite how much Jodie means to her . . .
A touching, powerful story from the mega-bestselling Jacqueline Wilson, told with warmth and sensitivity.
A touching, powerful story from the mega-bestselling Jacqueline Wilson, told with warmth and sensitivity.
About the Author
Jacqueline Wilson (Author)
Jacqueline Wilson wrote her first novel when she was nine years old, and she has been writing ever since. She is now one of Britain's bestselling and most beloved children's authors. She has written over 100 books and is the creator of characters such as Tracy Beaker and Hetty Feather. More than forty million copies of her books have been sold.
As well as winning many awards for her books, including the Children's Book of the Year, Jacqueline is a former Children's Laureate, and in 2008 she was appointed a Dame.
Jacqueline is also a great reader, and has amassed over 20,000 books, along with her famous collection of silver rings.
Find out more about Jacqueline and her books at www.jacquelinewilson.co.uk
Nick Sharratt (Illustrator)
Nick Sharratt has written and illustrated many books for children including Shark in the Park, You Choose and Pants. He has won numerous awards for his picture books, including the Sheffield Children's Book Award and the 2001 Children's Book Award. He has also enjoyed stellar success illustrating Jacqueline Wilson's books. Nick lives in Hove.
Reviews
Intelligent and insightful look at family life and the unique bond that exists between siblings * The Bookseller *
This is another absorbing story that pulls the reader into the life and minds of the characters so you almost feel you are living it with them. A unputdownable read * Primary Times *
This is another winning formula from this former children's laureate -- Jayne Howarth * Birmingham Post *
A beautifully told and moving story of sisters, friendship and teenage rebellion * Mid Devon Advertiser *
Book Information
ISBN 9780552554435
Author Jacqueline Wilson
Format Paperback
Page Count 400
Imprint Corgi Childrens
Publisher Penguin Random House Children's UK
Weight(grams) 500g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 35mm
