Girl Underground
Girl Underground by Morris Gleitzman, published by Puffin in 2005, is a juvenile fiction novel that explores themes of friendship and social issues through the eyes of its young protagonist. The story follows Bridget, who navigates the challenges of fitting in at a new school while dealing with the complexities of her family’s criminal background. As she befriends Menzies, the son of a government minister, Bridget learns about his penfriend Jamal, a refugee from Afghanistan detained in a center. This revelation prompts Bridget and Menzies to take action when their appeals to the government fail.
Readers will find a narrative that emphasizes courage and the importance of taking initiative in the face of adversity. The book delves into social themes surrounding emigration and immigration, highlighting the struggles faced by those seeking freedom and a better life. With 184 pages, this edition presents a thoughtful exploration of how friendship can inspire individuals to challenge the status quo and fight for justice.
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Trying to fit in at a posh new school is really hard when your loving and lovable family also happen to be criminals. Bridget is succeeding pretty well and has even made a friend, Menzies, the son of the federal Minister for National Development. Then she finds out about Menzies’ penfriend, Jamal, a refugee kid from Afghanistan held in a detention centre. When daring appeals to the government and the prime minister himself fail to set Jamal and his sister free, Bridget and Menzies decide to take matters into their own hands. Sometimes the only way to make things happen is to do them yourself. A story of friendship, courage and Iraqi blenders from the best-selling author of Boy Overboard.
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