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Silence is Goldfish

Silence is Goldfish

Published in
2015
3.46
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Description

'I have a voice but it isn't mine. It used to say things so I'd fit in - to please my parents, to please my teachers. It used to tell the universe I was something I wasn't. It lied.' Fifteen-year-old Tess doesn't mean to become mute. At first, she's just too shocked to speak. And who wouldn't be? Discovering your whole life has been a lie because your dad isn't your real father is a pretty big deal. Tess sets out to find the truth of her identity, and uncovers a secret that could ruin multiple lives. But can she ask for help when she's forgotten how to use her voice?
Age
11-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
365 pages

Why to read

  • Explores complex family dynamics
  • Addresses the challenges of adolescence
  • Encourages empathy and understanding
  • Highlights the importance of communication