The Hidden Story of Estie Noor
$19.36
- Paperback
320 pages
- Release Date
14 May 2024
Summary
‘I just devoured this spectacular story in one sitting… a future classic if I’ve ever read one’ - Laura Noakes, author of Cosima Unfortunate Steals a Star
No one wanted to hear Estie’s side of the story. Now she’s on a mission to make sure the truth is heard … A page-turning mystery novel in verse about identity, friendship and learning to use your voice, with accessible text and beautiful illustrations throughout, perfect for fans of Matt Goodfellow.
When twelve-year-old Esti…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781510111608 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1510111603 |
| Author: | Nadine Aisha Jassat |
| Publisher: | Hachette Children's Group |
| Imprint: | Orion Children's Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 320 |
| Release Date: | 14 May 2024 |
| Weight: | 280g |
| Dimensions: | 198mm x 128mm x 30mm |
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Critics Review
A gripping verse novel mystery for 9+, rich, evocative and shaped by a passionate sense of justice * The Guardian *
Written in beautiful, first-person verse, this book manages to be an accessible read while still exploring some important themes around truth, representation and identity.
It features complementary illustrations and textual mediums throughout which add vibrancy as well as teaching the reader some Sudanese language. This is a brilliant book to demonstrate narrative poetic techniques to readers.
it was near on impossible to stop reading…I truly hope for more from Nadine. She writes with a truth about heritage, family and having a voice. I love her style, characters and use of language. If you haven’t yet discovered the talents of Nadine, then I urge you to visit your local library or bookstore. * My Shelves Are Full blog *
[A book] about injustice, a mystery and finding your voice. Yes, please. * Patrice Lawrence *
I just devoured this spectacular story in one sitting. I adored Nadine’s debut, but The Hidden Story of Estie Noor has stolen my heart. This is a love letter to stories and homes and the importance for standing up for yourself. It’s a homage to small towns where everyone knows everyone, the importance of empathy, and the courage it takes to see all the myriad versions of you. It’s the very best of middle grade literature: lyrical and heartfelt and magic. Nadine Jassat is a special storyteller, this is a future classic if I’ve ever read one. * Laura Noakes, author of Cosima Unfortunate Steals a Star *
About The Author
Nadine Aisha Jassat
Nadine Aisha Jassat is an award-winning writer, and author of poetry collection Let Me Tell You This. She has been published widely, including in It’s Not About The Burqa (shortlisted for the Foyles Non-Fiction Book of the Year).
Nadine delivers creative practice work filled with heart, which addresses social justice, builds community, and supports participants to connect to and grow their voices. She often works with schools and youth groups and has worked with libraries around the world. She is a regular borrower in hers.
Nadine lives in Edinburgh, and grew up in the North of England with a Yorkshire mum and a Zimbabwean dad. She is of mixed heritage; a heritage which can only be told in stories.
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