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Anthem for Jackson Dawes

Anthem for Jackson Dawes

Published in
2012
3.46
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Description

Megan Bright and Jackson Dawes are two teenagers who first meet each other on the hospital ward where they are both being treated for cancer. Megan is scared and worried about her illness, but Jackson seems to be an old hand, having been on the ward for ages. And everybody loves Jackson! He is a whirlwind of life and energy, warmth and sparkle. Megan will need to borrow some of Jackson's extraordinary optimism to face her and Jackson's future. A moving story of first love and a remarkably powerful debut novel.
Age
12-15
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
240 pages

Why to read

  • Emotionally resonant story
  • Insight into coping with illness
  • Strong character development
  • Encourages empathy and understanding