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6 books with a mental health theme 03/02/25
Shine
Publisher: Tamarind
Rosa was born with a rare condition that meant she could not speak. Not only that, but the condition was one that was feared by her community on the island of Mirasol where she lived, so she had to remain hidden.
Rosa wasn't the first in her family to suffer from 'The Calm'. Her mother also had it, but what happened to her mother? Rosa knows so little about her family as she grows up, protected by her father and the mysterious Yaya who rescued her as a child but as the story moves to its exciting conclusion, we know she will find out.
This story is mysterious, compelling and unusual. It shows us what it is like to be different and afraid and shows us the strength of family love and friendship. It is a treasure waiting to be enjoyed.
What you thought...
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mary, 14 November 2016
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I really enjoyed this booki give it a 4 coz the title could hv been the calm or rosa or something else i mean shine is a good title and i get why candy gourlay used it, its bdcause rosa shines at the end meaning she was happy. Otherwise i will give this book 5 stars GOOD JOB CANDY GOURLAY! :D
Alex, 23 November 2015
very good, love it