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The Weight of Water

By Sarah Crossan

Adjectives

poignant lyrical heartfelt inspiring

Genres

Poetry/Verse Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Kasienka, a 12-year-old girl from Poland, moves to England with her mother in search of her father. Facing bullying at school and her mother's heartbreak, Kasienka finds solace in swimming. Her life changes when she meets William, a boy who introduces her to friendship and first love. Through resilience and courage, Kasienka navigates the challenges of immigration, self-discovery, and growing up in a new country.

About the author

Sarah Crossan is a popular author from Ireland who loves writing stories and poems for children and young people. She is well known for her book 'One', which has won several awards. Sarah enjoys exploring new ideas and sharing adventures through her words, inspiring readers to enjoy books and discover their own creativity.

Pages

240 pages

Reading age

Older Junior (10-15)

Published

2018

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