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Description
During the long, hungry years of the Great Depression, Harper Flute's family struggles to cope with life on the hot, dusty land. Her younger brother Tin seeks refuge in the contrast of an ancient subterranean world. A world that nurtures but - as disturbing events in the community reveal - can also kill. A world that is silent, yet absorbs secrets. A world that has the power to change lives for ever. Sometimes you have to dig deep to survive...
About the Author
The author of numerous successful novels, including The Ghost's Child and winner of the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award 2008.
Reviews
Beautifully written, subtle and haunting. * The Scotsman *
A lyrical, almost dreamlike account of a family's struggle to cope with the harshness of life in the Australian outback during the Depression. * Financial Times *
The writing never falters. The book has an immensely powerful realisation of pace, compelling characters, soul tearing moments, and atmosphere that seeps into your life. * Books For Keeps *
Awards
Winner of Guardian Children's Fiction Award 2002 and Guardian Children's Fiction Prize 2002.
Book Information
ISBN 9780744559965
Author Sonya Hartnett
Format Paperback
Page Count 224
Imprint Walker Books Ltd
Publisher Walker Books Ltd
About the Author
The author of numerous successful novels, including The Ghost's Child and winner of the Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award 2008.
Reviews
Beautifully written, subtle and haunting. * The Scotsman *
A lyrical, almost dreamlike account of a family's struggle to cope with the harshness of life in the Australian outback during the Depression. * Financial Times *
The writing never falters. The book has an immensely powerful realisation of pace, compelling characters, soul tearing moments, and atmosphere that seeps into your life. * Books For Keeps *
Awards
Winner of Guardian Children's Fiction Award 2002 and Guardian Children's Fiction Prize 2002.
Book Information
ISBN 9780744559965
Author Sonya Hartnett
Format Paperback
Page Count 224
Imprint Walker Books Ltd
Publisher Walker Books Ltd
