Items related to New Guinea Moon
A captivating coming of age story for younger teens, set in New Guinea where 16 year-old Julie goes to live with the father she's never known
It had started almost as a joke, as a challenge to her mother during one of their endless arguments. She can't even remember now what Caroline had said to spark it off, but Julie snapped back, hot with fury, "Well, maybe I should go and live with Tony for a while and see how that works out!" and Caroline, suddenly calm, had said, "Maybe you should." And the next thing Julie knew, she was on her way to meet a father she doesn't know in a country she's never been to. What will she find when the tiny plane touches down in the lush tropical highlands of New Guinea? She might expect culture shock, she might hope for first love, but the secrets she uncovers make for a truly unforgettable summer.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
Kate Constable is the author of The Singer of All Songs, The Waterless Sea, and The Tenth Power, which form the acclaimed Chanters of Tremaris series. The Singer of All Songs was named a Booklist Editors' Choice and a Top Ten Fantasy Title for Youth. She is also the author of Always Mackenzie, Cicada Summer, and The Taste of Lightning.
From School Library Journal:
Gr 7–10—During the Christmas holidays of 1974, Julie's mother ships her off to New Guinea to stay with the father she barely remembers in a place she knows nothing about. The island is on the verge of independence from Australia, and Julie finds that she isn't the only one uncertain of what her place will be. The teen connects not only to her shy father and the expatriate community but also to the lush tropical country and its undefined future. This book is a welcome foray into the history of an area few American students will be familiar with, and Julie's uncertainty about romance, politics, politeness, and family is well portrayed and realistic. The use of the progressive present is an odd choice for a historical novel and is somewhat distracting in the prose. Although it is wonderful choice to depict the racial and political turmoil of independence, it seems like Constable tries to cram her own adult understanding of post-colonial and antiracist awakening into the experiences of a 16-year-old girl. The book makes a radical tonal and pacing shift about halfway through, but Julie's urgency to make things right at the climax is a vivid exploration of character.—L. Lee Butler, Hart Middle School, Washington, DC
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherAllen & Unwin
- Publication date2014
- ISBN 10 1743315031
- ISBN 13 9781743315033
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages288
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 10.55
Shipping:
US$ 2.64
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Seller Image
New Guinea Moon
Published by
Allen & Unwin
(2014)
ISBN 10: 1743315031
ISBN 13: 9781743315033
New
Softcover
Quantity: 5
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 20987441-n
Buy New
US$ 10.55
Convert currency
Seller Image
New Guinea Moon by Constable, Kate [Paperback ]
Published by
Allen & Unwin
(2014)
ISBN 10: 1743315031
ISBN 13: 9781743315033
New
Soft Cover
Quantity: 10
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Soft Cover. Condition: new. Seller Inventory # 9781743315033
Buy New
US$ 13.20
Convert currency
Stock Image
New Guinea Moon Format: Paperback
Published by
Allen & Unwin
(2014)
ISBN 10: 1743315031
ISBN 13: 9781743315033
New
Softcover
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Brand New. Seller Inventory # 9781743315033
Buy New
US$ 9.85
Convert currency
Seller Image
New Guinea Moon (Paperback)
Published by
Allen & Unwin, Sydney
(2013)
ISBN 10: 1743315031
ISBN 13: 9781743315033
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Julie has grown up not knowing her father, with just the occasional Christmas card and the knowledge that he flies planes for a charter company in New Guinea. When she comes to stay with him one long summer, she learns to appreciate not only her long-lost father and his love of flying, but also New Guinea itself and the people she meets. An awkward romance with a young expat contrasts with her growing attraction to the son of a local coffee plantation owner. And, left to her own devices much of the time, Julie learns to rely on herself and gain her own independence. A tragedy and then a mystery leave her reeling, but force her to evaluate what she really wants out of life. A captivating coming of age story for younger teens, set in New Guinea around the time of independence. Julie has grown up not knowing her father. When she comes to stay with him one long summer, she learns to appreciate not only her long-lost father and his love of flying, but also New Guinea itself and the people she meets. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781743315033
Buy New
US$ 17.99
Convert currency
Stock Image
New Guinea Moon
Published by
Allen & Unwin
(2014)
ISBN 10: 1743315031
ISBN 13: 9781743315033
New
Softcover
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. A captivating coming of age story for younger teens, set in New Guinea around the time of independence. Julie has grown up not knowing her father. When she comes to stay with him one long summer, she learns to appreciate not only her long-lost father and his love of flying, but also New Guinea itself and the people she meets. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: YFB. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 157 x 197 x 21. Weight in Grams: 254. . 2014. Paperback. . . . . Seller Inventory # V9781743315033
Buy New
US$ 19.99
Convert currency
Stock Image
New Guinea Moon
Published by
Allen & Unwin
(2014)
ISBN 10: 1743315031
ISBN 13: 9781743315033
New
Softcover
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. A captivating coming of age story for younger teens, set in New Guinea around the time of independence. Julie has grown up not knowing her father. When she comes to stay with him one long summer, she learns to appreciate not only her long-lost father and his love of flying, but also New Guinea itself and the people she meets. Num Pages: 288 pages. BIC Classification: YFB. Category: (Y) Teenage / Young Adult. Dimension: 157 x 197 x 21. Weight in Grams: 254. . 2014. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Seller Inventory # V9781743315033
Buy New
US$ 22.10
Convert currency
Stock Image
New Guinea Moon
Published by
Allen & Unwin Children's Books
(2014)
ISBN 10: 1743315031
ISBN 13: 9781743315033
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: New. Next day dispatch. International delivery available. 1000's of satisfied customers! Please contact us with any enquiries. Seller Inventory # mon0000155034
Buy New
US$ 18.44
Convert currency
Seller Image
New Guinea Moon (Paperback)
Published by
Allen & Unwin, Sydney
(2013)
ISBN 10: 1743315031
ISBN 13: 9781743315033
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Julie has grown up not knowing her father, with just the occasional Christmas card and the knowledge that he flies planes for a charter company in New Guinea. When she comes to stay with him one long summer, she learns to appreciate not only her long-lost father and his love of flying, but also New Guinea itself and the people she meets. An awkward romance with a young expat contrasts with her growing attraction to the son of a local coffee plantation owner. And, left to her own devices much of the time, Julie learns to rely on herself and gain her own independence. A tragedy and then a mystery leave her reeling, but force her to evaluate what she really wants out of life. A captivating coming of age story for younger teens, set in New Guinea around the time of independence. Julie has grown up not knowing her father. When she comes to stay with him one long summer, she learns to appreciate not only her long-lost father and his love of flying, but also New Guinea itself and the people she meets. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781743315033
Buy New
US$ 28.47
Convert currency
Seller Image
New Guinea Moon (Paperback)
Published by
Allen & Unwin, Sydney
(2013)
ISBN 10: 1743315031
ISBN 13: 9781743315033
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Julie has grown up not knowing her father, with just the occasional Christmas card and the knowledge that he flies planes for a charter company in New Guinea. When she comes to stay with him one long summer, she learns to appreciate not only her long-lost father and his love of flying, but also New Guinea itself and the people she meets. An awkward romance with a young expat contrasts with her growing attraction to the son of a local coffee plantation owner. And, left to her own devices much of the time, Julie learns to rely on herself and gain her own independence. A tragedy and then a mystery leave her reeling, but force her to evaluate what she really wants out of life. A captivating coming of age story for younger teens, set in New Guinea around the time of independence. Julie has grown up not knowing her father. When she comes to stay with him one long summer, she learns to appreciate not only her long-lost father and his love of flying, but also New Guinea itself and the people she meets. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781743315033
Buy New
US$ 21.33
Convert currency