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Discover a heartfelt journey in 'My Perfect Sister' by Penny Batchelor, a gripping novel that dives into the complexities of family, loss, and the quest for identity. This brand new paperback spans 336 pages and measures 129 x 198 mm, offering a compelling read that engages and captivates. Annie's life is altered forever when her sister Gemma mysteriously vanishes at a young age, leaving a void that colors her childhood and shapes her tumultuous teenage years. As she grapples with neglect and the shadow of a 'perfect sister,' her path takes a dramatic turn. At sixteen, Annie's determination to forge her own life leads her to leave home, navigating jobs and relationships fraught with her lingering resentment toward Gemma. Years later, the call to return home weighs heavily as she faces her mother's illness. The buried emotions surface when she discovers Gemma's room preserved as a shrine, contrasting starkly with her own faded childhood space. Driven by a quest for answers, Annie, with the encouragement of her loyal friend Priti, ventures into uncovering Gemma's mystery. The unfolding narrative rich with suspense will keep readers on the edge of their seats, as Annie faces danger and unexpected truths. Can she reconcile her past with the reality of her sister, and ultimately, herself? This novel, published by Red Door Press on 14-05-2020, is a must-read for those who appreciate stories of resilience and familial love. Enjoy seamless delivery from a NZ-owned business located in Auckland, with the added assurance of no unexpected import charges, customs duties, or tax as this product is in stock in NZ. We happily offer combined shipping for your convenience.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 129 x 198 mm
Pages: 336
Bind: paperback
Author: Penny Batchelor Publisher: Red Door Press
Publication Date: 14-05-2020
How can you ever live up to the memory of someone you hardly remember? Annie is five when her sister Gemma leaves for school one day and never returns. The family's lives are changed forever with Gemma's disappearance and Annie feels neglected and unloved. When she is just sixteen, she decides she can no longer live in the shadow of her perfect but absent sister and she leaves home, falling in and out of jobs and relationships, her resentment for Gemma always there, bubbling under the surface. Many years later she reluctantly returns home to care for her mother, ill with cancer. Her anger only grows when she sees Gemma's room still kept as a shrine while hers is now her mother's sewing room, but as she cares for her mum she begins to soften and egged on by her best friend Priti she realises she has to uncover what happened to Gemma, for all their sakes. Her research puts her in danger but with the help of a fabulous cast of characters and a satisfying twist in the tale, she finally discovers the truth - but can she ever accept it?
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.
CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 129 x 198 mm
Pages: 336
Bind: paperback
Author: Penny Batchelor Publisher: Red Door Press
Publication Date: 14-05-2020
How can you ever live up to the memory of someone you hardly remember? Annie is five when her sister Gemma leaves for school one day and never returns. The family's lives are changed forever with Gemma's disappearance and Annie feels neglected and unloved. When she is just sixteen, she decides she can no longer live in the shadow of her perfect but absent sister and she leaves home, falling in and out of jobs and relationships, her resentment for Gemma always there, bubbling under the surface. Many years later she reluctantly returns home to care for her mother, ill with cancer. Her anger only grows when she sees Gemma's room still kept as a shrine while hers is now her mother's sewing room, but as she cares for her mum she begins to soften and egged on by her best friend Priti she realises she has to uncover what happened to Gemma, for all their sakes. Her research puts her in danger but with the help of a fabulous cast of characters and a satisfying twist in the tale, she finally discovers the truth - but can she ever accept it?
We are happy to combine shipping. Smartfox is a NZ owned business located in Auckland. This product is in stock in NZ which means no unexpected import charges, custom duty or tax.