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A Greyhound of a Girl

A Greyhound of a Girl

Published in
2011
3.64
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Description

12 year old Mary's beloved grandmother is near the end of her life. Letting go is hard - until Granny's long-dead mammy appears at Mary's door, returning to help her dying daughter say goodbye. But first she needs someone to drive them all on a visit to the past.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
224 pages

Why to read

  • Heartwarming family dynamics
  • Insight into Irish culture
  • Multi-generational characters
  • Witty and engaging narrative