Walking Home with Marie-Claire

Description

The day Marie-Claire walks into PJ's life, everything changes. Whether they are wagging school or just hanging out on the beach, Marie-Claire can make any day an adventure. She's funny and unpredictable and full of good ideas - well, they seem like good ideas to start with. But why won't she let PJ visit her house? What really happened to her older brother? And why won't she listen when PJ tries to steer them out of trouble? Walking Home with Marie-Claire is about being brave and crazy and loyal. It's about making the wrong choices and doing the right thing. It's about the stories girls tell and the secrets friends keep. It's about growing up and still being yourself no matter what.

Kirsty Murray is a writer for children and teenagers, living in Ivanhoe, Vic. She is the author of Howard Florey Miracle Maker, Man-eaters and Blood-suckers, Tough Stuff, Zarconi's Magic Flying Fish and Market Blues, all published by Allen + Unwin.

'I really liked the beginning of the book. I couldn't' put it down!' Hilary Martin, cool-reads, October 2002'A must-read for all girls aged 10-14 years.' Vicki, YARA Online'For all its apparent simplicity, the pace of this book builds smoothly and the conclusion is compelling. Murray captures well the immediate spark and ferocious intensity of childhood friendships.' Virginia Klooger, Sydney Morning Herald, 1-2 February 2003A good mix of deep, thought-provoking moments, and fun. A good buy. For Years 5-10.' Reading Time