A brilliant contemporary novel for teenagers with a strong message about life. An underlying and understated theme through the story is that of alcoholism which is a big problem for young people today.
Theresa Bird thinks her life sucks- she misses her dad, hates her step-dad and her little sister drives her crazy. But with a can in her hands things don't seem quite so bad - or boring. For fifteen-year old theresa the odd drink is about the only thing that makes her world seem bearable. Trouble is, her mum's blown a gasket and now Theresa's in a whole heap of big, BIG trouble. . . .
By:
Christine Purkis Imprint: Red Fox Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 178mm,
Width: 110mm,
Spine: 19mm
Weight: 163g ISBN:9781849417419 ISBN 10: 1849417415 Pages: 304 Publication Date:15 July 2012 Recommended Age: From 12 to 17 years Audience:
Children/juvenile
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12+ years
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English as a second language
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Christine Purkis has written many books including Paddlefeet, Sea Change and The Shuttered Room. She is a member of the society of literature. She lives in Bristol.