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Eight Pieces of Silva

an addictive mystery that refuses to let you go …
By Patrice Lawrence
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Eight Pieces of Silva by Patrice Lawrence is a gripping young adult novel that follows the story of a teenager named Becks as she investigates the mysterious disappearance of her older sister, Silva. Through her quest, Becks discovers eight hidden clues that reveal family secrets and personal revelations, addressing themes of identity, love, and belonging. The narrative blends suspense and emotion, capturing the complexity of sibling relationships and the journey towards self-discovery.
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If you're drawn to a compelling mystery with deep emotional threads, this story offers a gripping exploration of family dynamics and secrets. It beautifully intertwines themes of sisterhood, identity, and resilience, making it a captivating read for young adult readers who appreciate complex characters and engaging narratives.

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Eight Pieces of Silva

From the multi-award-winning author of Orangeboy, an addictive mystery that refuses to let you go long after you turn the final page. Can Becks piece the jigsaw together and find her sister before Silva loses herself?

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From the multi-award-winning author of ORANGEBOY, an addictive mystery that refuses to let you go long after you turn the final page. Can Becks piece the jigsaw together and find her sister before Silva loses herself?

Becks is into girls but didn't come out because she was never in. She lives with her mum, stepdad, and eighteen-year-old Silva, her stepdad's daughter. Becks and Silva are opposites, but bond over their mutual obsession with K-pop.

When Becks' mum and stepdad go on honeymoon to Japan, Becks and Silva are left alone. Except, Silva disappears. Becks ventures into the forbidden territory of Silva's room and finds the first of eight clues that help her discover her sister's secret life.

Meanwhile, Silva is on a journey. A journey to make someone love her. He says he doesn't, but he's just joking. All she has to do is persuade him otherwise...

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Eight Pieces of Silva by Patrice Lawrence is praised for its absorbing family mystery set in modern London, with a focus on charismatic and complex characters. The book is a beautifully written, fast-paced tale about a young gay teen searching for her missing sister. Lawrence's writing captures the genuine language of London teenagers and is celebrated for being inclusive, funny, and unique.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781444954746

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Children's Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 122.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 267g

Pages: 400

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Patrice Lawrence Young Adult

About the Author

Patrice Lawrence was born in Brighton and brought up in an Italian-Trinidadian household in Mid Sussex. This meant great holidays and even better food. Her first novel, Orangeboy, won the Waterstones Book Prize for Older Readers and the Bookseller YA Book Prize. Her second novel, Indigo Donut, and her fourth novel, Eight Pieces of Silva won the Crimefest Award for young adults. Eight Pieces of Silva was also awarded the inaugural Jhalak Prize for children and young people and the Woman & Home Bookclub Teen Drama of the Year. Patrice's ideal mixtape includes drum 'n' bass, Bruce Springsteen and Studio Ghibli soundtracks. Music can't help creeping into her books.

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