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Inkflower

By Suzy Zail
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Inkflower by Suzy Zail is a captivating tale for young readers that delves into themes of friendship and courage. It follows the journey of a young protagonist who discovers a mysterious and magical flower with the power to change the world around them. As they navigate the challenges that unfold, they learn valuable lessons about trust and the importance of believing in oneself.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to compelling stories about resilience and courage. It offers a touching narrative that explores themes of family and identity, making it a captivating read for children who enjoy heartfelt and thought-provoking tales.

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A gritty YA novel about family secrets, hope and healing. Based on a true story.

Lisa’s father has six months to live. And a story to tell about a boy sent to Auschwitz. A boy who lost everything and started again. A story he has kept hidden – until now.

But Lisa doesn’t want to hear it, because she has secrets too. No one at school knows she is Jewish or that her dad is sick. Not even her boyfriend.

But that’s all about to change. And so is she.

Inkflower by Suzy Zail is a moving exploration of identity and the courage needed to confront the truth.

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Inkflower is praised as a compelling family story that seamlessly shifts between historical and modern settings, specifically the Holocaust in Europe and contemporary Melbourne. It is considered resonant and educational for young readers, making it ideal for school curricula. The book explores themes of history, love, and survival, offering a profound insight into generational trauma and human resilience. It is described as both powerful and inspirational, encouraging readers to reflect on the enduring importance of family and identity.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760653736

Publisher: Walker Books Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 July 2023

Country: Australia

Imprint: Walker Books Australia

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 384

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Suzy Zail Young Adult

About the Author

An award winning, internationally published author of more than a dozen books, Suzy is best-known for her young adult novels The Wrong Boy, Alexander Altmann and I am Change, books that shine a light on injustice. Her books are studied in schools and have been included in the USBBY’s Outstanding International Books list. Her most recent novel, Inkflower, draws on her childhood and tells the story of a man who, in his last months with Motor Neurone Disease, reveals to his daughter a Holocaust story he has kept hidden. Inkflower has been shortlisted for the CBCA awards, the Booklinks Historical novel award, the YABBAs and the ASLA Danz awards, and won kids’ choice for Book of the Year, Older readers, at the 2024 CBCA awards. You can visit Suzy online at suzyzail.com.au and @suzyzailauthor

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