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Me, In Between

By Julya Rabinowich
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In Me, In Between by Julya Rabinowich, readers follow the journey of a young girl named Madina, navigating the complexities of adolescence as an immigrant. She is caught between two worlds—her family's past and traditions and the new culture she finds herself in. As she struggles with questions of identity and belonging, Madina's story unfolds with heartwarming and profound insights into the challenges faced by young people in similar situations.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate stories about navigating the complexities of different cultures and the inner struggles of adolescence. It delves deep into the challenges faced by someone caught between worlds, offering a heartfelt exploration of identity, belonging, and finding one's place in a diverse society. The narrative is engaging, with relatable characters that will resonate with young adults and those intrigued by multicultural experiences.

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Me, In Between tells the story of Madina, whose family has fled war in search of asylum in Europe, hoping to start a hopeful new life. An ordinary world of fitting in at school, learning the language, and forging friendships lies before Madina.

Yet, she finds herself caught between her new life and her traumatic memories of the past. With the endless wait to be granted asylum, and her anxious father growing ever more controlling, can Madina find the path that’s right for her?

Translated by Claire Storey

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Me, In Between by Julya Rabinowich, co-authored in the Young Adult category, is lauded for its authenticity and engaging narrative that skilfully avoids stereotypes. The Irish Times considers it a strong contender for the best book of the year. Jewish News highlights its sensitive portrayal of war's impact on a young refugee's life. LoveReading remarks on its powerful depiction of complex emotions, while Outside In World praises its sharp contrast of the protagonist's two worlds. Die Zeit appreciates its spare, powerful storytelling and convincingly complex characters, underscoring its antiwar message.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781839131240

Publisher: Andersen Press Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 January 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Andersen Press Ltd

Contributors:

  • Translated by Claire Storey

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 232g

Pages: 288

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Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Julya Rabinowich Young Adult

About the Author

Julya Rabinowich (Author) Julya Rabinowich was born in St Petersburg in 1970. Her family emigrated to Vienna in 1977. She works as a writer, columnist and painter, as well as an interpreter. For many years she also worked with refugees and survivors of war and torture. Her adult and YA novels have won numerous awards, including the Friedrich Gerstäcker Prize, the Austrian Children's and Young People's Book Prize and the Luchs Prize for Me, In Between.

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