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Chanda's Secrets - Paperback By Stratton, Allan - GOOD
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Brand
- Unbranded
- MPN
- Does not apply
- ISBN
- 9781550378344
- Book Title
- Chanda's Secrets
- Publisher
- Annick Press, The Limited
- Item Length
- 7.5 in
- Edition
- 3
- Publication Year
- 2004
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes, Martchenko, Michael
- Item Height
- 0.5 in
- Genre
- Juvenile Fiction
- Topic
- People & Places / Africa, General
- Item Weight
- 7 Oz
- Item Width
- 5 in
- Number of Pages
- 200 Pages
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Annick Press, The Limited
ISBN-10
1550378341
ISBN-13
9781550378344
eBay Product ID (ePID)
30224596
Product Key Features
Edition
3
Book Title
Chanda's Secrets
Number of Pages
200 Pages
Language
English
Topic
People & Places / Africa, General
Publication Year
2004
Illustrator
Yes, Martchenko, Michael
Genre
Juvenile Fiction
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.5 in
Item Weight
7 Oz
Item Length
7.5 in
Item Width
5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Young Adult Audience
LCCN
2005-357522
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
[Starred Review:] Smart and determined, Chanda is a character whom readers come to care for and believe in, in spite of her almost impossible situation. The details of sub-Saharan African life are convincing and smoothly woven into this moving story of poverty and courage, but the real insight for readers will be the appalling treatment of the AIDS victims. Strong language and frank description are appropriate to the subject matter., Brings the despair, overwhelming poverty and the impact of AIDS/HIV to life... strength of human character when faced with adversity., [Starred review:] neither sentimental nor graphics close the personal struggle... The message about overcoming ignorance and shame and confronting the facts is ever-present, but the tense story and the realistic characters -- caring, mean, funny, angry, kind and cruel -- will keep kids reading and break the silence about the tragedy., A searing book on an important subject... there is not a maudlin moment in the novel, just genuine grief and understanding as the epidemic assumes some of its many human faces., Chanda is a likeable and well-written character... A great choice for learning about other cultures and about the AIDS crisis., By focusing on Chanda's personal struggle with what Stephen Lewis, UN special envoy for HIV/AIDS in Africa, calls a "sinister, invisible poison," the novel demonstrates that love, loyalty, family, and friendship can flourish in an open and truthful atmosphere once the destructive influence of secrecy has been conquered. With well-paced, robust prose and well-cadenced dialogue, the novel provides valuable insights into the role religion, superstition, culture and customs play in the daily lives of Bonangians. Chanda's struggles put a face to the devastating effects of HIV/AIDS and provide a gripping and heart-wrenching reading experience designed for mature readers. Younger readers may need some preparation to deal with the sensitive and complex topics the novel addresses. Rape, prostitution, adultery, sexual abuse, HIV/AIDS and other difficult subjects are presented in a matter-of-fact fashion and lend credibility and honesty to this discussion of a modern epidemic., Stratton brings the despair, overwhelming poverty and the impact of AIDS/HIV to life while at the same time depicting the strength of human character when faced with adversity., [Starred review:] The tense story and the realistic characters... will keep kids reading and break the silence about the tragedy., American Library Association Book Pick for 2005: selected as one of the Best Books for Young Adults., Death and dying and survivors... Through all the adversity, Chanda never lacks hope, and she never stops dreaming., Well-paced, robust prose... put a face to the devastating effects of HIV/AIDS and provide a gripping and heart-wrenching reading experience., A searing book on an important subject... there is not a maudlin moment in the novel, just genuine grief and understanding as the epidemic assumes some of its many human faces. The strong, respectful writing makes this crucial and broadly relevant story unfailingly human., American Library Association Book Pick for 2005: selected as one of the Best Books for Young Adults. Starred Selection 2009, It is about death and dying and survivors -- those who are left to cope with the vast loss of losing loved ones... Through all the adversity, Chanda never lacks hope, and she never stops dreaming., Starred review: A character whom readers come to care for and believe in, in spite of her almost impossible situation.
Grade From
Ninth Grade
Dewey Decimal
[Fic]
Grade To
UP
Synopsis
A young adult novel set in modern Africa tells the story of Chandra, a sixteen year old girl who must confront the realities of HIV/AIDS, as well as the corrosive nature of secrets and the healing power of truth., Chanda s mother is not herself, her younger sister is acting out, and her best friend needs help. A powerful story set amid the African HIV/AIDS pandemic. In this sensitive, swiftly paced story, readers will find echoes of To Kill a Mockingbird as Chanda, a 16-year-old, astonishingly perceptive girl living in the small city of Bonang in Africa, must confront the undercurrents of shame and stigma associated with HIV/AIDS. Through his artful style and dramatic storytelling, Allan Stratton captures the enduring strength of loyalty, the profound impact of loss, and a fearlessness that is powered by the heart. Above all, it is a story about living with truth. Proceeds from the sale of this book will be used to support organizations working to better the lives of Africans living with HIV/AIDS.", An unforgettable novel about family, loyalty and survival in sub-Saharan Africa -- now a major motion picture., Chanda's mother is not herself, her younger sister is acting out, and her best friend needs help. A powerful story set amid the African HIV/AIDS pandemic. In this sensitive, swiftly paced story, readers will find echoes of To Kill a Mockingbird as Chanda, a 16-year-old, astonishingly perceptive girl living in the small city of Bonang in Africa, must confront the undercurrents of shame and stigma associated with HIV/AIDS. Through his artful style and dramatic storytelling, Allan Stratton captures the enduring strength of loyalty, the profound impact of loss, and a fearlessness that is powered by the heart. Above all, it is a story about living with truth. Proceeds from the sale of this book will be used to support organizations working to better the lives of Africans living with HIV/AIDS.
LC Classification Number
PS3568.O243
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