My So-Called Family - Rilegato

Sheinmel, Courtney

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 1416957855 ISBN 13: 9781416957850

Casa editrice: Simon & Schuster, 2008

Riassunto

As the child of a donor from a reproductive center, Leah's curiosity finally becomes unbearable and so she does research on his records that reveals he fathered another daughter the same age, but despite knowing her mother wouldn't approve, Leah is determined to meet her with very high hopes at risk.

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Recensione:

"A thought-provoking and compelling debut, challenging readers to consider, 'What makes a family?'" -- Cynthia Lord, author of Rules

"This story rocks -- it's warm, insightful, and utterly un-put-down-able." -- Lauren Myracle, author of ttyl

"A solid story, providing a fresh take on an issue that's rarely addressed."--School Library Journal

* "Smart, original, and full of vitality."--Publishers Weekly, starred review

"Her premise is original, and her involving story will invite readers' consideration of the ever-changing meanings of that word family."--Booklist

L'autore:

Courtney Sheinmel is the author of All the Things You Are, Sincerely, Positively, and My So-Called Family. She graduated with honors from Barnard College, part of Columbia University, and attended Fordham University School of Law. Courtney lives, works, and writes in New York City. Visit her at www.courtneysheinmel.com.

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• Editore: Simon & Schuster
• Data di pubblicazione: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1416957855
• ISBN 13: 9781416957850
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero edizione: 1
• Numero di pagine: 194