Noughts and Crosses

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Malorie Blackman

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English

Penguin
04 June 2019

Science fiction; Romance & relationships stories (Children's&YA); Personal & social issues; Dystopia; Society; Young Adult

Series: Noughts & Crosses

Perfect for fans of The Handmaid's Tale and The Power, Noughts & Crosses is the incredible first novel in iconic author Malorie Blackman's ground-breaking four-part YA series.

'The Noughts & Crosses series are still my favourite books of all time and showed me just how amazing story-telling could be' - Stormzy

Sephy is a Cross- she lives a life of privilege and power. Callum is a nought- he's considered to be less than nothing - a blanker, there to serve Crosses.

They've been friends since they were children, and they both know that's as far as it can ever go. Noughts and Crosses are fated to be bitter enemies - love is out of the question. Then - in spite of a world that is fiercely against them - these star-crossed lovers choose each other. But this is love story that will lead both of them into terrible danger . . . and which will have shocking repercussions for generations to come.

By: Malorie Blackman
Imprint: Penguin
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 198mm, Width: 129mm, Spine: 30mm
Weight: 341g
ISBN: 9780241388396
ISBN 10: 0241388392
Series: Noughts & Crosses
Pages: 496
Publication Date: 04 June 2019
Recommended Age: From 12 to 17 years
Audience: Young adult , Preschool (0-5)
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Malorie Blackman was the Children's Laureate between 2013-2015, and has been awarded and nominated for numerous prizes for her work, including the Eleanor Farjeon Award and the Carnegie Medal. In 2008 she received an OBE for her services to children's literature, and in 2013 she topped the Powerlist, a list of the UK's most influential black figures. She has been described by The Times as 'a national treasure'.

Reviews for Noughts and Crosses (#1 Noughts and Crosses)

Blackman's absorbing but alarming novel deals with themes of racism and prejudice...Unforgettable * Independent * Stimulating and emotionally satisfying * Financial Times * A gritty read for older children . . . At times this is a beautiful love story; at other times it is a harrowing and moral tale... * Bookseller * Packs some powerful political punches...But Blackman never compromises the story, which is dramatic, moving and brave * Guardian * Inter-racial teenage love has never been more painful -- Amanda Craig * The Times *