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The Things She's Seen
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Book Brief
The Things She's Seen
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018208
Novel • Fiction
Australia • Contemporary
2018
YA
12-18 years
HL590L
Super Short Summary
The Things She's Seen by Ambelin Kwaymullina and Ezekiel Kwaymullina is a young adult novel about an Aboriginal Australian girl who helps her detective father solve a mystery. The narrative interweaves themes of grief, identity, and social issues, exploring the interplay between the seen and unseen, life and death, and truth and memory.
Mysterious
Melancholic
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
5,649 ratings
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Review Roundup
The Things She's Seen by Ambelin and Ezekiel Kwaymullina is praised for its imaginative storytelling and lyrical prose, offering a powerful exploration of grief and identity. The unique blend of mystery and supernatural elements captivates readers. However, some find the narrative style challenging. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read with a distinctive voice.
Who Should Read The Things She's Seen?
A reader who enjoys The Things She's Seen by Ambelin and Ezekiel Kwaymullina likely appreciates introspective, surreal narratives akin to The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold. They revel in stories blending mystery, Indigenous culture, and elements of magical realism, favoring character-driven plots and emotional depth.
5,649 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
208
Novel • Fiction
Australia • Contemporary
2018
YA
12-18 years
HL590L
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