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Escape - Softcover

June Oldham

 
9780340710296: Escape

Synopsis

Magdelen has always lived in the shadow of her charming, wealthy father. Getting into medical school, she thinks, will finally give her a life of her own.

Then she realizes that her father is determined to maintain a grip on her life, that he will never willingly let her go. Desperate to escape the terrible secret they share, she leaves home. With her goes Greg, whose gentle concern leaves Magdalen confused and irritated.

As they drive across the country, a friendship slowly unfolds. And as her trust in Greg grows, so, too does Magdalen's resolve to confront her father, and leave the past behind . . .

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Review

A powerfully told story of bravery and survival (The Daily Telegraph)

An engrossing and deeply moving book which offers no easy answers (Books For Keeps)

A mini-masterpiece of delicate evasion that will yield still more with a second reading (Times Educational Supplement)

Older teenagers should enjoy this beautifully written book (School Librarian)

A real page-turner -- recommended (Mizz)

This is a powerfully told story of truth and survival. (THE DAILY TELEGRAPH)

An engrossing and deeply moving book which offers no easy answers. (BOOKS FOR KEEPS)

. . . tackles incest with grace, honesty and skill . . . (THE OXFORD TIMES)

Book Description

A powerful story of a girl breaking free of her abusive father.

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