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Sunflowers in February

By Phyllida Shrimpton
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Sunflowers in February by Phyllida Shrimpton is a poignant young adult novel that explores the life of Lily, a teenager who faces the unimaginable journey of navigating her existence after a sudden turn of events. As she grapples with her new reality, Lily's story unfolds with moments of humour, heartache, and a search for meaning, inviting readers to reflect on life, love, and the enduring impact of family and friendship.
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You might enjoy this book if you're into heartfelt young adult stories that mix elements of the supernatural with the challenges of teenage life. This gripping tale explores themes of loss, identity, and finding one's way, all delivered with warmth and a touch of humour. If you appreciate narratives about growth and the resilience of the human spirit, this novel could be a great fit for you.

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Sunflowers in February

This funny yet heartbreaking teen and YA novel movingly explores what happens when Lily dies in a car accident. The trouble is, Lily is really not sure at all if she wants to 'move on'... For fans of John Green and The Lovely Bones.

This funny yet heartbreaking teen and YA novel movingly explores what happens when Lily dies in a car accident. The trouble is, Lily is really not sure at all if she wants to 'move on' . . .

For fans of John Green and The Lovely Bones

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Lily wakes up one crisp Sunday morning on the side of the road. She has no idea how she got there. It is all very peaceful. And very beautiful. It is only when the police car, and then the ambulance arrive, and she sees her own body, that she realises that she is, in fact... dead.

But what is she supposed to do now? Lily has no option but to follow her body and see her family – her parents and her twin brother start falling apart. And then her twin brother Ben gives her a once in a deathtime opportunity – to use his own body for a while.

But will Lily give Ben his body back? She is beginning to have a rather good time...

A moving, startlingly funny yet achingly sad debut novel from a stunning new talent.

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Sunflowers in February by Phyllida Shrimpton is lauded for its powerful imagery and relatable characters, alongside its thought-provoking themes. It's described as a bittersweet and life-affirming narrative, full of humour, tenderness, and emotional depth, capturing the essence of life, friendship, and forgiveness. The story maintains tension and unpredictability, balancing sadness with hope and joy, and is noted for its poignant, moving depiction of the human spirit’s resilience and appreciation for life.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781471406881

Publisher: Hot Key Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 February 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hot Key Books

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 286g

Pages: 384

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Phyllida Shrimpton Young Adult

About the Author

Phyllida Shrimpton is a full time mother of a teenage daughter and currently lives in Essex with her husband, badly behaved small Jack Russell and challenging large Saint Bernard.

She achieved a Post Graduate Degree in Human Resource Management, but soon jumped ships to work with teenagers, including students with Asperger's syndrome on an Essex based agricultural college farm before eventually moving to live temporarily in The Netherlands. She is also an artist. Sunflowers in February is her first novel.

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