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The Other Side of Silence
By Mahy, Margaret
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-67086-455-3
- Publisher
- New York : Viking, 1995.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on October 1, 1995
Gr 6-Up This intriguing novel will be welcomed by Mahy's fans and by those who enjoy thought-provoking fiction. She touches on various topics including family dynamics, child abuse, and gender roles, while simultaneously exploring themes of self-realization and individuation. Hero, the narrator, reflects on her 12th year when a series of unusual events changed her life. At home, the abrupt return of her older sister, Ginevra, creates both joy and stress in the Rapper family. Meanwhile, Hero's leafy hideaway in the parklike grounds of a...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
