The Other Side of Truth
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The Other Side of Truth by Beverley Naidoo
Puffin Classics: the definitive collection of timeless stories, for every child. Not a speck, not a stain on her gray school skirt and blue blouse to show what terrible thing had happened . . . If only by putting on something fresh and new, they could begin the day again. When twelve-year-old Sade's mother is killed, she and her little brother Femi are forced to flee from their home in Nigeria to Britain. They're not allowed to tell anyone - not even their best friends - as their whole journey is secret, dangerous - and illegal. Their dad promises to follow when he can, but once the children arrive in London, things go from bad to worse when they're abandoned by the people they had been told would protect them. Sade faces challenge after challenge - but her dad has always taught her to stand up for what is right, and to tell the truth no matter what. And with that strength of spirit in her heart, Sade will find the courage to fight for the new, happy life she, Femi and her dad deserve. A powerful novel which explores what it means to be classified as 'illegal' and the difficulties which come with being a refugee - winner of the Carnegie Medal 2000. 'A marvellous read ... that refuels the desire for justice and freedom' - Jon Snow 'Beverley Naidoo breaks the rules, producing books for young people which recognize that they want to know about the real world' Guardian 'This novel wholly deserves its classic status . . . still relevant and poignant.' Booktrust
Beverley Naidoo breaks the rules, producing books for young people which recognize that they want to know about the real world * Guardian *
This novel wholly deserves its classic status. . still relevant and poignant * Booktrust *
A marvellous read ... that refuels the desire for justice and freedom * Jon Snow *
A marvellous read ... that refuels the desire for justice and freedom -- Jon Snow
Sometimes you have to break the rules, particularly when those rules are based on prejudice. Naidoo breaks the rules, producing books for young people which recognize that they want to know about the real world * Guardian *
Genuinely enlightening ... gently moves the reader through areas that are hard to think about. * TES *
This novel wholly deserves its classic status. . still relevant and poignant * Booktrust *
A marvellous read ... that refuels the desire for justice and freedom * Jon Snow *
A marvellous read ... that refuels the desire for justice and freedom -- Jon Snow
Sometimes you have to break the rules, particularly when those rules are based on prejudice. Naidoo breaks the rules, producing books for young people which recognize that they want to know about the real world * Guardian *
Genuinely enlightening ... gently moves the reader through areas that are hard to think about. * TES *
South African author Beverley Naidoo was exiled from her home country when she was a student in 1965, for campaigning against apartheid. Her first children's novel, JOURNEY TO JO'BURG, was banned in South Africa when it was published in 1985 and only available there after the release of Nelson Mandela from jail in 1991. It was however published in many other countries around the world and widely praised for its eloquent, moving and accessible story. Her later novel, THE OTHER SIDE OF TRUTH, won the Carnegie Medal in 2000 and she has written many other acclaimed books for children. Beverley lives in the UK.
| SKU | GOR008878943 |
| ISBN 13 | 9780141377353 |
| ISBN 10 | 0141377356 |
| Title | The Other Side of Truth |
| Author | Beverley Naidoo |
| Series | A Puffin Book |
| Condition | Very Good |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Penguin Random House Children's UK |
| Year published | 2017-07-06 |
| Number of pages | 368 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us |
