Frankie and Amelia
School year: Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7, Year 8
Published: 2021
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"Frankie and Amelia," written by Cammie McGovern, tells the heartfelt story of two girls navigating their unique challenges and the complexities of friendship. Frankie, who has a deep passion for science, struggles with the expectations placed on her after her father’s unexpected death. Amelia, dealing with the consequences of a life-altering illness, seeks to reclaim agency over her own narrative. As they forge a bond through their shared experiences and support, both girls learn about resilience, hope, and the strength that comes from being vulnerable. Their journey highlights the importance of connection and understanding in overcoming life's obstacles. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.
This book was published in 2021 by HarperCollins .
Cammie McGovern is the author of the adult novels Neighborhood Watch , Eye Contact and The Art of Seeing . She is one of the founders of Whole Children , a resource center that runs after-school classes and programs for children with special needs. She lives in the US but travels to London regularly. Cammie's sister is Elizabeth McGovern, one of the stars of Downton Abbey . This is her first book for young adults.