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Abomination (Paperback)

by Robert Swindells (Author)
4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (37 customer reviews)

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  • Paperback: 206 pages
  • Publisher: Corgi Childrens; New edition edition (3 Jun 1999)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0440863627
  • ISBN-13: 978-0440863625
  • Product Dimensions: 19 x 13.2 x 1.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 305,393 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Martha, the youngest daughter of fanatically religious parents, is all too aware that her family is unusual. Taunted and bullied at school, and lonely at home with only postcards from her elder sister to keep her sane, Martha knows there has to be some other way of living. But it is only when she is befriended by the new boy, Scott, that she decides to reveal the terrible secret that has so far kept her in emotional chains.

Carnegie Award-winning author Robert Swindells cleverly draws the reader into Martha's lonely, nightmarish, yet somehow disturbingly and inexplicably comfortable, world by using his mastery of character and mood to create a sense of overpowering tension that is often horrifying but ultimately incredibly sad. Abomination is certainly not a book for the faint- hearted, but lovers of page-turningly gripping suspense coupled with compassionate and forceful storytelling will find it utterly irresistible. --Susan Harrison

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Martha is twelve - and very different from other kids, because of her parents. Strict members of a religious group - the Brethren - their rules dominate Martha's life. And one rule is the most important of all: she must never ever invite anyone home. If she does, their shameful secret - Abomination - could be revealed. But as Martha makes her first real friend in Scott, a new boy at school, she begins to wonder. Is she doing the right thing by helping to keep Abomination a secret? And just how far will her parents go to prevent the truth from being known?

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars enjoyable and inteteresting, 27 May 2002
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I think abomination is a very interesting read.It shows life situations such as child snatching and beliefs.Martha and her family belong to a group called the Righteous and Martha has a dark secret but when she meets an amazing boy named Scott she expresses her secret to him.Suprisingly her parents find out and she is being forced to move but can Scott save her by getting in touch with Martha's long lost sister,Mary through the internet.Each chapter starts with both characters talking about the previous day and how they communicate with one another although both come from different backgrounds.I found it exciting wondering what would happen next.I would thoroughly recommend it to other keen readers!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars It is fab, 16 April 2001
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This review is from: Abomination (New Windmills) (Hardcover)
Hi I read this book as a class reader and thought it would be wierd at first but it was excellent. It is about how sisters get in touch on the internet through wierd circumstances. It is about a girl called Martha who belongs to a religous group and cannot wear normal clothes or go out like normal kids. Martha makes one friend at school called Scott who helps her through her problems and makes her feel better. I thought he was very nice as he helped Martha contact her sister through the internet. Scott was a true friend and Martha gained more confidence from this friendship and was able to see her sister. There is a secret about her and her family in the book but you must read it to find out. I learnt a lot from talking about it in class and reading it again. I really enjoyed this book and recommend it to anyone who loves a good book.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars abomination: A TOTAL THRILLER!, 22 Oct 2003
By Miss Piggy (manchester, england) - See all my reviews
“Abomination is a thriller. It races towards an ultimate cliff hanger”
It is a very touching book that moves you as you read it. It does have some funny closed doors. It does show how a young girls life is controlled by her parent’s religion and emphasises what goes on in her life. It’s nicely written as diary entries of two totally different people and their feelings about life and each other. It shows that all isn’t what it seems to be as a 12-year-old girl lives two lives- hell: inside her house with her parents and heaven: outside with Scott. It does show different things that children experience; e.g.: bullying; neglect and growing up. It explores love between 2 12-year-olds and what it is that they feel for each other.
It is a great book to read and once you start, you can’t stop. IT’S REALLY THAT GRIPPING! I loved it, and recommend to anybody that wants a GOOD READ.
It’s not gruesome, sexist or scary. It’s just a book that shows how other people live.

I’m 13 years old and I loved the book. No matter how old or how young you are, it’s still a thriller.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Abomination
This book has quite a disturbing subject matter but comes across in a undisturbing way, I read it in a year 8 English lesson and found it predictable and easy, but I feel a year... Read more
Published 2 months ago by BJW

5.0 out of 5 stars Courtesy of Teens Read Too
Martha is bullied at school because of her clothes and introverted personality, but Scott is also new at this school, and feels sorry for Martha. Read more
Published 5 months ago by TeensReadToo

5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant story!
I just finished reading it. when I got in the middle I really wanted to read to the end cause I wanted to know what the abomination was. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Mrs. P. C. Moss

5.0 out of 5 stars Abomination review
I read this book in an English lesson when I was in...year 7...maybe 8 or even year 9 i cant really remember, but what I do know is that it was a fantastic read for anyone who... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Chloe

5.0 out of 5 stars Abomination - best book in the world
This book is excellent and inspiring, I read it at the age of 10 and still love it. It can be read and enjoyed by anyone of any age. Read more
Published on 9 Sep 2005 by Rachel

5.0 out of 5 stars The secret lies beyond
This book is a sad tale about a old fashoined girl, Martha that has a secret that will she will remember forever. Read more
Published on 17 Jul 2005 by beadhead122

3.0 out of 5 stars A great read!
I read this in one sitting - grabbed by the story right from the start. The matter-of-fact mentions of 'Abomination', coupled with the effect it's prescence have on Martha, the... Read more
Published on 5 Sep 2003 by Deerskin

1.0 out of 5 stars Abomination
This is an absolutely terrible book. Fortunately I read the book before I giving it to my daughter. Read more
Published on 10 May 2003

3.0 out of 5 stars Not the best book I've ever read, but
This book had an excellent plot and an interesting style of writing but overall I felt that it could have been so much better. Read more
Published on 31 Mar 2003 by chazzy3762

5.0 out of 5 stars My all-time FAVOURITE book, The best book ever!!!!!!!
This book is so brilliant!!! I really like it and can't put it down. I have read it over and over again and definetly recommend it!!!! Read more
Published on 1 Dec 2001 by tess@fenlet.co.uk

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