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The Slightly True Story of Cedar B. Hartley
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The Slightly True Story of Cedar B. Hartley
A funny, tender and wise story about nearly-13-year-old Cedar B. Hartley - 'exasperating and potentially infamous' - who loses her dog, finds a new friend, becomes an acrobat, and learns some bitter-sweet truths about family, community and herself. A captivating debut novel by a distinctive new writer.
Shortlisted 2003: NSW Premier's Literary Award; Patricia Wrightson Prize for Children's Book.SHORTLISTED: Children's Book of the year Awards (The Children's Book Council of Australia). In the category: 2003 Book of the Year - Younger Readers.
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The Slightly True Story of Cedar B. Hartley is about a uniquely interesting girl named Cedar B. Hartley. She's already quite unusual with her red hair, exceptional balancing skills, and a dog named Stinky. Cedar doesn't fit in with the popular crowd; instead, she loves spending time in the park practising acrobatics.
Her life takes a fascinating turn when she meets Kite, a boy with a voice like a river, whose mother is a circus trainer. This encounter leads Cedar to see her world from a new perspective. Looking at the world upside down helps her understand her missing brother, her hard-working mother, and her less-than-perfect father in a completely different way.
This book is a startling and original novel, marking the arrival of a fresh new voice in children's fiction.
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The Slightly True Story of Cedar B. Hartley by Martine Murray has been praised for its wit, charm, and uplifting narrative. Critics appreciate its message of self-acceptance and individuality, highlighting its appeal to young readers. It evokes a sense of joy and is described as both wise and inventive, leaving a lasting impression on its audience.
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ISBN: 9781865086231
Publisher: A&U Children's
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 February 2002
Country: Australia
Imprint: A&U Children
Audience: Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 195.0mm
Weight: 206g
Pages: 228
About the Author
Martine Murray is a new, young author/illustrator. Born in Melbourne, she has travelled widely and now lives in East Brunswick. She says she has been a student for much longer than one should be, studying painting at the Victorian College of the Arts, filmmaking, dance and dance therapy, and writing. She teaches yoga and circus skills, makes dance theatre and writes stories. She likes dancing, walking and hanging upside-down on things.
Martine is the author and illustrator of A Moose Called Mouse (Allen + Unwin) and author of A Dog Called Bear (Random House).
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