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Magorian, Michelle Spoonful of Jam ISBN 13: 9780416195613

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Warm and humorous story set in the hot summer of 1947, giving an insight into how families coped with the return of fathers in post-war Britain. Readership level: 12+.

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By the author of Goodnight Mr Tom, this is a heart-warming story of a young girl growing up in the immediate post-war era. For Elsie, though, the fighting isn't over. Not only does she have to cope with the indifference of her father, himself adjusting to family life after the war, she also has to run the gauntlet of a vicious bully and cope with being a scholarship girl at the local grammar school. Through her work with the local repertory theatre, Elsie's confidence slowly grows and she finds herself able to confront all her demons.

This is the rich and dramatic story of a young girl who manages to overcome many obstacles in her attempts to lead a normal life. Michelle Magorian's great strength is her ability to understand both the vulnerabilities and the strengths of her characters, and to imbue even the most distressing events with elements of humour and warmth. --Philippa Reece

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"The book is a treat . . . A masterly work." Philip Pullman, "Guardian""

"A heartwarming look at tough issues; give the Hollis kids to fans of the Penderwick and Casson families." --School Library Journal, 2/1/2016

"The book is a treat . . . A masterly work." --Philip Pullman, Guardian

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  • PublisherMethuen young books
  • Publication date1998
  • ISBN 10 041619561X
  • ISBN 13 9780416195613
  • BindingHardcover
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