So Much to Tell You: The Play

Name: So Much to Tell You: The Play
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780850919950
Price: 14.99 NZD
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By John Marsden

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Summary

So Much to Tell You: The Play by John Marsden is a poignant adaptation of his celebrated novel centred around a girl's journey of healing. After a traumatic incident leaves her unable to speak, she communicates through writing in a diary assigned by her teacher. This introspective and emotional narrative explores themes of resilience, identity, and the power of expression in overcoming personal struggles.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in thought-provoking stories exploring themes of communication, healing, and personal growth. Adapted for the stage, this powerful narrative follows a young girl's journey as she navigates her emotional challenges and the complex dynamics of her school environment. Perfect for fans of character-driven tales with deep emotional resonance.

Description

I don't know what I'm doing here. Well, I do really. I have been sent here to learn to talk again. Sent here because my mother can't stand my silent presence at home. Sent here because of my face.

She watches; she dreams. She sees more than they realise. She has worries and fears, hopes and desires. She is troubled; she is angry. Above all, she is lonely. She may be someone you know. She may be you.

In So Much to Tell You, she tells her story — with humour and insight, with sensitivity and strength, with painful honesty. You will never forget her.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

So much to tell you: The Play, adapted from John Marsden's novel, is lauded for its powerful and lasting effect. Critics, such as those from the English Journal, describe it as a must-read for its stunning narrative and enduring impact on readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780850919950

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 July 1998

Country: Australia

Imprint: Lothian Children's Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 90g

Pages: 80

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John Marsden is Australia s most popular writer of young adult fiction. His books have sold more than a million copies worldwide and he has won, or been short-listed for, every major award for young adult literature in Australia, including the Children s Book Council of Australia Book of the Year, the National Children s Book awards and numerous children s choice awards. The gripping war series, which began with TOMORROW WHEN THE WAR BEGAN, has broken all sales records for young adult fiction and was recently released as a feature film. SO MUCH TO TELL YOU, originally published in 1987, was his first young adult novel.

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