Walking Home with Marie-Claire - Softcover

Murray, Kirsty

3.3

64 ratings by Goodreads

9781865085463: Walking Home with Marie-Claire

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1865085464 ISBN 13: 9781865085463

Publisher: Allen & Unwin, 2004

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Addressing the important issue of girls and self-esteem, this coming-of-age story of two girls reveals the meaning of friendship. The day Marie-Claire walks into PJ's life, everything changes. Whether they are skipping 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 that just might lead PJ down a troublesome path. The 1970s setting adds an interesting historical slant to this charismatic story that stresses loyalty to friends, making the right decisions, and other aspects of growing up.

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About the Author:

Kirsty Murray is the author of many books for children and teenagers, including Howard Florey Miracle Maker, Man-eaters and Blood-suckers, Tough Stuff, Zarconi's Magic Flying Fish, and Market Blues.

Review:

"Murray’s portrait of friendship is realistic, but never lacking in emotion." -- FearlessBooks.com

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