Butterfly
Butterfly by Sonya Hartnett, published by Candlewick Press on August 24, 2010, is a 232-page work that explores the complexities of adolescence. The narrative follows Plum Coyle as she approaches her fourteenth birthday, a pivotal moment that signifies the transition from childhood to the challenges of growing up. Through masterful prose, Hartnett delves into Plum’s evolving relationships and the psychological perils she faces, capturing the essence of this transformative period in life.
Readers will find a richly woven tale that examines social issues relevant to youth, including the influence of peers and the allure of substance use. As Plum navigates her changing world, she encounters her beautiful neighbor Maureen, who introduces her to new possibilities, while her adored older brothers venture into risky territories. The story poignantly illustrates the trials of adolescence, where friendships can shift and self-discovery becomes fraught with challenges. Butterfly presents a nuanced portrayal of a young girl’s journey toward self-acceptance amidst the turbulence of growing up.
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In masterful prose, the author of SURRENDER tells a quiet but powerful tale about the shifting bonds and psychological perils of adolescence.
Plum Coyle is on the edge of adolescence. Her fourteenth birthday is approaching, when her old life and her old body will fall away, and she will become graceful, powerful, and at ease. The strength of the objects she stores in a briefcase under her bed —a crystal lamb, a yoyo, an antique watch, a coin —will make sure of it. Over the next couple of weeks, Plum’s life will change. Her beautiful neighbor Maureen will begin to show Plum how she might fly. The older brothers she adores will court catastrophe in worlds that she barely knows exist. And her friends, her worst enemies, will tease and test, smelling weakness. They will try to lead her on and take her down. BUTTERFLY is a gripping, disquieting, beautifully observed coming-of-age novel by an acclaimed author at the top of her form.
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