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Unbecoming (Paperback) - by Jenny Downham
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UNBECOMING by Jenny Downham is a compelling work of realistic fiction that follows the lives of three generations of women. It is a moving story that explores family secrets, relationships, and family secrets. The characters are believable and the story is full of emotion, making it a great read for young adults.
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UNBECOMING by Jenny Downham is a compelling work of realistic fiction that follows the lives of three generations of women. It is a moving story that explores family secrets, relationships, and family secrets. The characters are believable and the story is full of emotion, making it a great read for young adults.
Pros
- Interesting family dynamics
- Realistic fiction
- Engaging writing style
- Relatable for young adults
- Emotionally impactful
Cons
- Some familiarity issues
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A Stonewall Honor Book!Katie's life is falling apart: her best friend thinks she's a freak, her mother, Caroline, controls every aspect of her life, and her estranged grandmother, Mary, appears as if out of nowhere. Mary has dementia and needs lots of care, and when Katie starts putting together Mary's life story, secrets and lies are uncovered: Mary's illegitimate baby, her zest for life and freedom and men the way she lived her life to the full yet suffered huge sacrifices along the way. As the relationship between Mary and Caroline is explored, Katie begins to understand her own mother's behavior, and from that insight, the terrors about her sexuality, her future, and her younger brother are all put into perspective.Funny, sad, honest, and wise, this powerful multigenerational novel from international bestseller Jenny Downham celebrates life like no book before. Unbecoming
Specifications
| ISBN | 9781338160727 |
| Era | 14 - 18 |
| Publisher | Scholastic Inc. |
| Genre | Realistic Fiction, Young Adult |
| Product Dimensions | 0.78000 X 5.20000 X 7.90000 |
| Format | Paperback Book |
| Lexile Measure | 700l |
| Weight (Lbs) | 0.70100 |
| Pages | 384 |
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