Description
'You look as if you've seen a ghost!'
Jade is used to living in the shadow of her best friend, Vicky. Vicky's sparkly, hilarious and full of life. And, she's certainly not going to let a small thing like being dead stop her from living life to the full.
But as Jade attempts to move on, Vicky is determined to make her presence felt.
Vicky Angel is a heartwarming and hilarious read that explores grief, guilt and confidence. A moving story that young readers will adore.
Readers will weep, identify and enjoy the book enormously - Sunday Times
A sensitive and imaginative story about a girl grieving for her best friend, from the hugely popular Jacqueline Wilson - and featuring a special introduction by the author.
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
A complex and moving exploration of guilt and bereavement * Sunday Telegraph *
Readers will weep, identify and enjoy the book enormously * Sunday Times *
A terrific, involving read * Daily Telegraph *
A great read * The Times *
Book Information
ISBN 9780440867807
Author Jacqueline Wilson
Format Paperback
Page Count 256
Imprint Yearling (imprint of Random House Children's Books)
Publisher Penguin Random House Children's UK
Weight(grams) 181g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 16mm