- Hardcover: 160 pages
- Publisher: Doubleday Children's Books; Gift edition edition (3 Sep 2001)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0385603223
- ISBN-13: 978-0385603225
- Product Dimensions: 19.8 x 13.2 x 2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (54 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 362,455 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Lesley Dunlop reads The Suitcase Kid in this unabridged three-cassette pack.
Although there are many children's books about divorce, few move beyond bland therapeutic preaching into the realm of well-told stories. This one does. A hard look at joint-custody life, The Suitcase Kid follows Andrea West and her tiny stuffed rabbit, Radish, through the painful adjustment of being a kid with divorced parents. She must leave the home she loves with the mulberry tree in the front yard, and deal with parents who still fight, step parents, step siblings, two different bedrooms (neither of which is really hers), loneliness, and an acute longing for the past. Her grades sink. Her friends drift away. And she's not quite sure how to fix any of it.
Wisely, Jacqueline Wilson doesn't offer instant solutions; rather, she chronicles Andrea's journey to the beginning of equilibrium in her new life. Things will never be the way they were, but, as the book suggests, they'll get better over time. And because it's well written and honest, The Suitcase Kid will appeal to any child who enjoys realistic fiction, not just those who "need" to read a book about divorce. (The publisher recommends the The Suitcase Kid for ages 8-12, but it could well appeal to children who are a couple of years younger or older.)
Running time is three hours five minutes. --Susan Harrison --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Amazon.co.uk Review
Although there are many children's books about divorce, few move beyond bland therapeutic preaching into the realm of well-told stories. This one does. A hard look at joint-custody life, The Suitcase Kid follows Andrea West and her tiny stuffed rabbit, Radish, through the painful adjustment of being a kid with divorced parents. She must leave the home she loves with the mulberry tree in the front yard, and deal with parents who still fight, step parents, step siblings, two different bedrooms (neither of which is really hers), loneliness, and an acute longing for the past. Her grades sink. Her friends drift away. And she's not quite sure how to fix any of it.
Wisely, Jacqueline Wilson doesn't offer instant solutions; rather, she chronicles Andy's journey to the beginning of equilibrium in her new life. Things will never be the way they were, but, as the book suggests, they'll get better over time. And because it's well written and honest, The Suitcase Kid will appeal to any child who enjoys realistic fiction, not just those who "need" to read a book about divorce. (The publisher recommends the The Suitcase Kid for ages 8-12, but it could easily serve kids who are a couple of years younger or older.) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I chose to review this book as part of my children's literature project and found myself unable to put it down! The structure is somewhat unusual (though clever) as each chapter takes the reader through the alphabet ('A is for...Andrea'...etc). This may be quite intriguing for young readers, encouraging them to finish the book and discover what each letter stands for in Andrea's life. When approaching the content, some readers may feel the book paints a negative picture of step families, though i must say I don't agree. It simply outlines how difficult it can be to adjust and I am certain that young readers will find the book helpful. While many will be able to relate to the character 'Andrea' (the 'suitcase kid', whose parents have divorced), the story may also help children unfamilliar with divorce to understand what friends may be going through.
Highly recommended!
Highly recommended!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Brilliant, the book is about Andy and the upheavals in her family due to her parents splitting up. The book is well written and is easy to read. It deals with a very serious matter in a gentle and constructive manner. Even though the story is a sad one it does end on a happy note - a very enjoyable read.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I read this book over and over when I was younger. It's a fantastic story about Andy, a young girl who is trying to cope with her parents' divorce, and her irritating new stepfamilies. It's brilliantly written and the emotions and thoughts of Andy are so realistic. Anyone who has felt out of place in their own home will understand immediately the feelings Andy has.
As well as being realistic and helpful, this book is also really funny and very easy to read. It's not at all preachy. Not just for children coping with divorce, this is a great book in its own right.
It will definitely appeal to anyone who has had trouble dealing with the things life throws at them, and who has ever felt that the only world which won't disappoint them is the one they create in their imagination. Heartwarming, enjoyable and at times tearjerking, this book is a refuge from all the people who don't understand you.
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One of the best books ever!
I chose to read the suitcase kid because it seemed very interesting! I had read about two pages and I had already started to enjoy the book. Read more
Published 5 days ago by S1 Class 2012
by hannah
Have you ever wanted a book that you never want to stop reading? Do you like books that are interesting and full of mischeif? Read more
Published 3 months ago by Natalie Foster
The Suitcase Kid (fab book!).
This book is great but sad. I really like Andy and her little mascot, Radish! I love Jacky`s books and I`m a mega Jacqueline Wilson fan. Thanks x
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Brought to save me reading to year six children in transition unit. You can make sure they listening. Great value
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The Suitcase Kid
I chose to read the book because I got it for homework and I thought it was really good so I carried on reading it. Read more
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A young yet avid readers thoughts
Recently, after my Love Lessons experience, I lost faith in Jackie. But, after sorting through my bookcase, I found The Suitcase Kid. I kept it to read and was amazed! Read more
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This is a good Jacqueline Wilson book, but not the best I have read, but still enjoyable. There was a girl called Andy and her parents divorced. Read more
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Giving adults a child's eye view of parents separating.
This book gave me a childs eye perspective on their parents separating and the struggle to adapt to change for the affected child over which the child feels completely powerless. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Charles McGill
A great book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Published on 5 April 2010
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I think The Suitcase Kid is a good book because its different emotions such as: humour, meanness and jealousy. Read more
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