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Girl 38: Finding a Friend

By Ewa Jozefkowicz
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Girl 38: Finding a Friend by Ewa Jozefkowicz weaves together past and present as Kat, a young girl facing challenges at school, discovers the story of a Polish resistance fighter from World War II through her neighbour's tales. As Kat learns about bravery and friendship, she draws strength to confront her own struggles, finding inspiration in unexpected places. The narrative beautifully explores themes of courage, friendship, and resilience.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories of friendship and courage set against historical backdrops. It interweaves the past and present through a compelling narrative about two characters' struggles and triumphs, offering themes of resilience and companionship that resonate across generations.

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Girl 38: Finding a Friend

Past and present are woven into this novel set in contemporary times and WWII Poland. Based on a real life story about friendship and endurance in the darkest situation.

Past and present are woven into this novel set in contemporary times and WWII Poland. Based on a real life story about friendship and endurance in the darkest situation.

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Past and present are woven into this novel set in contemporary times and WWII Poland. Based on a real-life story about friendship and endurance in the darkest situation. Ewa's debut novel The Mystery of the Colour Thief was shortlisted for the Waterstone's Children's Prize 2019 and longlisted for the Branford Boase Award.

Kat is a 12-year-old girl who loves working on her super-heroine comic, Girl 38 – the girl she longs to be like. But she's not brave, or fearless. At school, Gem is no longer her 'best friend'. And at home, Kat is lonely while her parents are busy working long hours. She's even a bit afraid of her elderly neighbour, Ania. But when Ania has an accident, Kat surprises herself by rushing to the rescue – just like Girl 38.

Their unlikely friendship blossoms, and with it, Kat's determination, as Ania reveals the haunting story behind the portrait of a girl she's left unfinished.

Inspired by Ania – her daring leap to freedom and her search for her lost friend, Mila, who was taken away by soldiers to a 'walled village' at the outbreak of WWII – Kat unravels the mystery of the girl in the painting and finds a happy ending for Girl 38.

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Girl 38: Finding a Friend by Ewa Jozefkowicz intertwines two compelling narratives, celebrated for its empathetic exploration of friendship, family, and self-discovery. Reviewers highlight its compassionate storytelling, focusing on themes of courage, sacrifice, and moral growth. The book is praised for its strong characters, impactful writing, and ability to address deeper issues such as bullying in a heartfelt manner. It's noted for blending traditional children's fiction elements with modern themes, resulting in a thought-provoking and enjoyable read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786698988

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 February 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zephyr

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 188g

Pages: 256

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Ewa Jozefkowicz Young Adult

About the Author

Ewa Jozefkowicz grew up in Ealing, and studied English Literature at UCL. Her debut novel The Mystery of the Colour Thief was published by Zephyr in 2018. Ewa lives in Highbury, north London, with her husband and twin daughters, Magda and Julia.

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