How to Make Friends with the Dark

Name: How to Make Friends with the Dark
Brand: HarperCollins New Zealand
SKU: 9781460763216
Price: 21.0 NZD
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By Kathleen Glasgow

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Summary

How to Make Friends with the Dark by Kathleen Glasgow delves into the emotional journey of Tiger, a young girl coping with the sudden and profound loss of her mother. The narrative explores her struggle with grief, identity, and finding connection amidst the personal darkness she faces. As Tiger navigates the foster care system, she learns about strength, resilience, and the different forms of friendship and family.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to emotionally powerful stories that explore themes of loss, grief, and the journey towards healing. It could appeal to those interested in deeply personal narratives that navigate the complexities of coping with sudden changes and finding light in the darkness. Perfect for readers who appreciate heartfelt and raw storytelling.

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Description

The story of an awful, universe-gone-mad-mistake, and one girl's emotional battle for clarity and forgiveness from the New York Times bestselling author of Girl in Pieces

I thought I was done with death, at least a little bit, but death wasn't done with me.

It's always been Tiger and her mother against the world. Then, on a day like any other, Tiger's mother dies. Now it's Tiger, alone.

And she must learn to make friends with the dark.

PRAISE

'Breathtaking and heartbreaking, and I loved it with all my heart.'
- Jennifer Niven

'A rare and powerful novel...dives deep into the heart of grief and healing with honesty, empathy, and grace.'
- Karen M. McManus

'Magnificent. A beautiful, heartbreaking alleluia to survival.'
- Brendan Kiely

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?

How to Make Friends with the Dark by Kathleen Glasgow is a poignant exploration of grief, adolescence, and resilience, resonating with authenticity and emotional impact. Reviewers praise its raw depiction of loss, noting the author's ability to convey the deep turmoil and confusion experienced by the protagonist. It's celebrated for its vivid character development and sensitive portrayal of tough themes, making it both relatable and powerful for its readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781460763216

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 August 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: HarperCollins Publishers (Australia) Pty Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 308g

Pages: 448

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Kathleen Glasgow Young Adult

About the Author

Kathleen Glasgow is the author of the New York Times bestselling novel Girl in Pieces, as well as How to Make Friends with the Dark and You'd Be Home Now. She lives and writes in Tucson, Arizona. To learn more about Kathleen and her writing, visit her website, kathleenglasgowbooks.com, or follow @kathglasgow on Twitter and @misskathleenglasgow on Instagram.

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