Invisible Threads
A poignant exploration of adoption and familial connections
Annie Dalton author Maria Dalton author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Penguin Random House Children's UK
Published:3rd Jun '13
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This compelling novel explores the lives of Naomi and Carrie, revealing their interconnected stories across generations in Invisible Threads.
In Invisible Threads, we meet Naomi, a shy and introverted sixteen-year-old who faces an unimaginable choice regarding the future of her baby daughter. This pivotal moment introduces us to the complexities of motherhood and the heavy burden of decisions made too soon. As Naomi navigates her own fears and uncertainties, she sets off a chain of events that will echo through the years.
Fast forward sixteen years, and we encounter Carrie, Naomi's daughter, who is grappling with her own set of challenges. Though they exist in different times and circumstances, the invisible threads of their connection are woven tightly through their shared experiences of love, loss, and resilience. As Carrie's story unfolds, readers witness the painful yet enlightening journey of self-discovery and the quest for identity that comes with understanding one's origins.
Invisible Threads offers a poignant exploration of adoption and the bonds that tie us together, regardless of the circumstances that separate us. Written by a best-selling author in collaboration with her adopted daughter, this novel captures the unique perspectives of both generations, ultimately revealing the profound impact of choices made across time. It is a heartfelt and honest portrayal of family, connection, and the enduring nature of love.
"Convincing, contemporary . . . this is a thoughtful story about mothers and daughters and the need to belong." * The Guardian *
Strong emotional impact . . . .The most impressive facet of the Daltons' technique is to convey the girls' shared yearning for love and acceptance . . . * The Irish Times *
Interesting and original * Books for Keeps *
A Moving exploration of mother/daughter relationships. * Daily Echo *
Invisible Threads is a wonderful exploration of the realtionship bewteen mothers and daughters and the conflict and and comfort that is at its core. * INIS *
ISBN: 9781849411288
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 15mm
Weight: 171g
240 pages