Lily Alone
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011
304
Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic Fiction•
Children`s LiteratureLondon, England • 2010s
2011
YA
9-12 years
In Lily Alone by Jacqueline Wilson, a young girl named Lily is thrust into a caretaking role when her mother leaves unexpectedly. Managing her three younger siblings, Lily navigates challenges and responsibilities beyond her years, all while trying to maintain a semblance of normalcy in their daily lives.
Emotional
Melancholic
Challenging
Contemplative
Bittersweet
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Lily Alone by Jacqueline Wilson explores themes of responsibility and resilience through the eyes of a young girl left to care for her siblings. Readers praise Wilson's ability to address serious issues with sensitivity and authenticity, highlighting the emotional depth and relatability of the characters. Some critics, however, find the storyline overly somber for its target audience. Overall, it’s a compelling read that resonates with both children and adults.
A reader who would enjoy Lily Alone by Jacqueline Wilson is typically a middle-grade reader (ages 8-12) who enjoys emotionally rich stories featuring resourceful young protagonists. Similar readers may appreciate Matilda by Roald Dahl and Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson for their themes of resilience and imagination.
7,314 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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304
Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic Fiction•
Children`s LiteratureLondon, England • 2010s
2011
YA
9-12 years
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