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The Theory of Hummingbirds
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An important #ownvoices novel by author Michelle Kadarusman celebrating best friends, hummingbirds, wormholes and loving who you are.
A heartfelt #ownvoices story celebrating best friends, wormholes and loving who you are.
Alba has been best friends with Levi since forever. They're both obsessed with hummingbirds and spend their lunchtimes hiding out in the school library. Alba normally doesn't mind that Levi's got a science theory on just about everything. But when he becomes convinced the school librarian has discovered a wormhole in her office, Alba thinks maybe he's gone too far.
Then there's Cleo. That's what Alba calls her left foot, which was twisted in the wrong direction at birth and has been strapped in a brace for most of Alba's life. With the final cast about to come off, Alba is set on running in her first cross-country race. But what if Levi doesn't believe she can do it?
Alba's only ever wanted to be 'normal', so why does it feel like she's losing more than Cleo and a pair of crutches?
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The Theory of Hummingbirds by Michelle Kadarusman has been praised for its sensitive portrayal of a young girl's journey of self-discovery and overcoming personal challenges. Readers appreciate the authentic representation of determination and friendship, particularly highlighting the book's ability to tackle complex themes with a compassionate touch. The narrative is often noted for its heartwarming and inspiring nature, resonating well with its intended audience.
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ISBN: 9780702262920
Publisher: University of Queensland Press
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 June 2020
Country: Australia
Imprint: University of Queensland Press
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 14.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 195.0mm
Weight: 168g
About the Author
Michelle Kadarusman is a teen and middle-grade fiction writer. She grew up in Melbourne, Australia, and has also lived many years throughout Indonesia and in Canada. Her novels have been nominated for various awards and honours, including the Canadian Governor General's Awards, the Ontario Library Association Forest of Reading Awards and an American Junior Library Guild gold star selection. Her books have been translated into Spanish and Turkish.
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