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The Illustrated Mum

byJacqueline Wilson

Genres: Fiction

Who is this book for? Readers interested in family stories and children's literature.

Topics FamilyMental HealthSisterly Love

MoodHopeful, Reflective

Female protagonist

Marigold isn't like other mums. "She's good at spending heaps of money that we haven't got. She's good at getting drunk. She's good at getting completely nutty ideas into her head."Dolphin adores her mum - she's beautiful and vibrant. She's covered in colourful tattoos and with her bright hair and amazing clothes, Marigold stands out, wherever she goes.But her sister, Star, feels differently.Marigold may look great, but living with her unpredictable, fiery moods can be hard. After Marigold has a breakdown, Dolphin starts to wonder...is she the right person to be looking after her?From bestselling author Jacqueline Wilson, The Illustrated Mum is an optimistic tale about family, mental health and sisterly love. This is a must have book for every young reader. A powerfully portrayed, sometimes shocking but ultimately uplifting story, this is a book not to be missed - The Bookseller

Language

Published on

03/01/2007

Pages

224

Format

Paperback

ISBN

9780440867814

Price Comparison

waterstones

Paperback

7.99 £

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