- Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: Penguin (29 Mar 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0141021314
- ISBN-13: 978-0141021317
- Product Dimensions: 17.6 x 11.2 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 186,605 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Bookbag -on FRANKIE
'Entertaining, intriguing, and surprisingly believable...
[Frankie's] vulnerability and her strength, her violence and her morality
are totally engaging.
WOMAN - on KAITLYN
'A gritty detective story with a real heart'
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Well written and at a fast pace. A great read and am looking forward to more of the same from this author.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
When I was first given this book my feelings, if I'm being completely honest, were one of apprehension. The front cover depicting a young, albeit pretty, woman gave me feeling of `not another one like this`, but how wrong I was. The overview of the book is that it is about a girl living on the streets, all alone who's life seemingly gets worse wherever she goes. It is, however, much more than that, I found `Frankie' to be powerful, poignant and at times, moving. The impressive way in which Lewis portrays `street life' can only be done through Lewis's own knowledge of the dark and dreary London streets.
I`ve read numerous reviews comparing Lewis to Both Martina Cole and Mandasue Heller, but don't be fooled Lewis is a far better writer than his two female contemporaries. His vivid description, coupled with an exceptional plot, for me at least, separates Lewis from the others. One of most interesting aspects of `Frankie' is the way in which Lewis deals with that of class, he lets us into the lives of the destitute and conversely, the more affluent. I particularly love the way the book is layered to show us different characters' lives. There is no doubt that Frankie is a heroine, you end up wondering just how much pain one person could endure, and therefore it was quite rewarding to see Frankie finally finding contentment.
As I came to the conclusion I fully expected Frankie and Sean Carter to get together, but that would have been too predictable, something Lewis isn't. The novel also indicted how corrupt people in power can be, Furthermore, the character of Andreas who claimed to `Enjoy killing people' was disturbing, but at the same time equally realistic. I can't wait to read Lewis's other novels.
I`ve read numerous reviews comparing Lewis to Both Martina Cole and Mandasue Heller, but don't be fooled Lewis is a far better writer than his two female contemporaries. His vivid description, coupled with an exceptional plot, for me at least, separates Lewis from the others. One of most interesting aspects of `Frankie' is the way in which Lewis deals with that of class, he lets us into the lives of the destitute and conversely, the more affluent. I particularly love the way the book is layered to show us different characters' lives. There is no doubt that Frankie is a heroine, you end up wondering just how much pain one person could endure, and therefore it was quite rewarding to see Frankie finally finding contentment.
As I came to the conclusion I fully expected Frankie and Sean Carter to get together, but that would have been too predictable, something Lewis isn't. The novel also indicted how corrupt people in power can be, Furthermore, the character of Andreas who claimed to `Enjoy killing people' was disturbing, but at the same time equally realistic. I can't wait to read Lewis's other novels.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
It took me 6 hours to read this book at one sitting and I really enjoyed it, like all Kevin's books. It is easily as good as Kaitlyn. I really felt I was with Frankie out on the streets and on the run. Sad in parts and one to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Very Highly Recommended.
More please Kevin!
Very Highly Recommended.
More please Kevin!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Fantastic
I was a bit sceptical after not knowing much about this author and, although I like Mandasue Heller, some others have not gripped me and I feared that this may be the case for this... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Venus - the book lover
An ok read
Didn't enjoy this one as much as Kaitlin and Fallen Angel but it's ok -
Published on 22 May 2009 by L. Wilson
Very good
This is about a young homeless girl, Frankie (obviously), who in protecting a younger more vunerable girl, sets off a whole chain of events. She ends up wanted by the police. Read more
Published on 30 April 2009 by Jenny
A Cracking read
Purchased for the wife, who assures me that Lewis has written a gripping book, equal to Martina Cole at her best. Read more
Published on 11 Feb 2009 by P. A. Redhead
Disappointed
I love this author and Kaithlyn was excellent! But this one? No, very disappointed. A bit boring at times, and I found myself skim reading and skipping pages. Read more
Published on 5 Nov 2007 by R. Lewis
Loved It !
I loved this book, and can't wait for Kevin Lewis to write another. If you enjoy Martina, Mandasue and June Hampson you will not be disappointed with this read. Read more
Published on 14 Aug 2007 by gail
NOT disappointed!!!!
How can you be disappointed in this book?
Its utterly brilliant, in my opinion.
I couldnt put it down. Read more
Its utterly brilliant, in my opinion.
I couldnt put it down. Read more
Published on 6 July 2007 by L. Thomas
Pleasantly Surprised
I have to be honest, l was in Tesco, and saw the book for £3,
so l picked it up, and had a quick glance, no awkward names,
so l bought it. Read more
so l picked it up, and had a quick glance, no awkward names,
so l bought it. Read more
Published on 28 Jun 2007 by Robert P. Splaine
Couldnt stop reading it
This is one of those books that makes you want to go to bed early to read some more of it. It is really exciting from the first page to the last. Read more
Published on 3 May 2007 by bookaddictnumber1
dissapointed
After reading and enjoying Kaitlyn, i waited with baited breath for Frankie to be published,i was very dissapointed. Read more
Published on 1 May 2007 by Louisa .j.Cena
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