Friday Brown

Name: Friday Brown
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781921922701
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By Vikki Wakefield

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Summary

Friday Brown by Vikki Wakefield follows the journey of a girl named Friday, who, after her mother's death, runs away from home. She finds herself entangled with a group of homeless teens led by the enigmatic Arden. As Friday navigates this new world, she grapples with issues of trust, loyalty, and her own identity, all while confronting the shadows of her past.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This young adult novel may appeal to you if you're drawn to poignant coming-of-age stories that explore themes of family, identity, and survival. You'll enjoy the gripping narrative of a teenage girl seeking her place in the world as she navigates a compelling mix of adventure, friendship, and emotional complexity. Its rich character development and evocative storytelling make it a compelling read for those who appreciate heartfelt and thought-provoking tales.

Silence, a street kid, finds Friday and she joins him in a gang led by beautiful, charismatic Arden. When Silence is involved in a crime, the gang escapes to a ghost town in the outback. In Murungal Creek, the town of never leaving, Friday must face the ghosts of her past.

* Review coverage in newspapers such as the Sydney Morning Herald, Herald Sun, Courier Mail and Adelaide Advertiser * Interviews expected in publications such as the Herald Sun and Independent Weekly * Reviews assured in YA publications such as Viewpoint, Junior Bookseller & Publisher and Girlfriend * Online interviews and reviews on popular YA blogs such as Hey!Teenager of the Year and The Literary Life * Author to attend several major Australian writers' festivals in 2012 and 2013 * Consumer advertising campaign in YA magazines and online * Wide circulation of reading copies to the trade * Teaching notes available * Print advertising in specialist children's literary publications * Featured in the Text newsletters to Reading Groups, general readers and to the book industry * Consumer giveaways and promotions through bookseller newsletters * Trade marketing budget for bookseller catalogues

Description

Seventeen-year-old Friday Brown is on the run—escaping memories of her mother and the family curse. She’s also fleeing a grandfather who’d like her to stay. Lost, alone, and afraid, she encounters Silence, a street kid, and joins his gang led by the beautiful, charismatic Arden.

When Silence is involved in a crime, the group escapes to a ghost town in the outback. In Murungal Creek, the town of never leaving, Friday must confront the ghosts of her past. She will learn that sometimes you have to stay to finish what you started, and often, before you can discover who you truly are, you have to become someone you never intended to be.

Friday Brown by Vikki Wakefield is a compelling tale of self-discovery and facing the past.

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?

Friday Brown by Vikki Wakefield has garnered significant praise for its memorable and vivid storytelling. Reviewers commend the novel for its original and startling portrayal of urban poverty and resilience, combined with an atmospheric Australian setting. The characters are richly drawn and the narrative is intense, mixing coming-of-age themes with elements of thriller and gothic intrigue. It is celebrated for both its emotional depth and its capacity to resonate with both young adult and adult readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921922701

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 August 2012

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 268g

Pages: 256

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Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Penguin Books Vikki Wakefield Young Adult

About the Author

Vikki Wakefield is the author of All I Ever Wanted.

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