Twelve
No. of pages 164
Published: 2021
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"Twelve" by Carol Thompson follows the journey of a group of twelve individuals who are brought together by fate on the eve of their twelfth birthdays. Each character has a distinct background, facing personal struggles and milestones as they navigate the complexities of adolescence. As they confront their fears, hopes, and the responsibilities of growing up, they discover the importance of friendship and self-acceptance. The narrative intertwines their lives, highlighting the themes of resilience and the transformative power of connection. Through shared experiences, they learn that their choices shape not only their futures but the bonds that define them. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
There are 164 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 2021 by Gatekeeper Press .
Dori Hillestad Butler is a full-time writer living in Corallville, Iowa, USA. Carol Thompson is a successful illustrator with over 30 titles to her name. She lives in Leicestershire.