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Tamar (Paperback)

by Mal Peet (Author)
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  • Paperback
  • Publisher: Walker Books Ltd (5 Jun 2006)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1406303941
  • ISBN-13: 978-1406303940
  • Product Dimensions: 19 x 12.8 x 3.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
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26 of 28 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational stuff, 3 Feb 2006
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Tamar is an amazing story for young adults - and, indeed, older readers! It is challenging and impelling, but stays within the understanding of a teenager. It is an excellent example of a modern 'classic', using a multi-layered approach, providing opportunity for further reading and research.
Mal Peet manages to get inside the head of a young woman, who is independent and thoughtful. The way she develops as a person will appeal to many, as her thoughts and feelings are explored.
The wartime aspect is completely compelling, providing excitement and the final twist in the story.
Three generations of my family has read and enjoyed it - I would recommend this book to anyone, whether they love reading or not.
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24 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Worthy Winner, 13 Jul 2006
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Mal Peet's sensitive and gripping novel is well honoured by the 2006 Carnegie Medal. A tale of love and betrayal, courage and human tragedy, the storyline dips backwards and forwards from wartime Holland and the grim events of the final freezing winter of the war to a young girl's awakening love in 1995.
A brilliant literary feast from Walker Books burgeoning fiction list. I rate this five stars - gold at that!
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24 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars FINALLLY a worthy Carnegie winner!!, 4 Aug 2006
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For the past three years, I have been part of a Carnegie shadowing group who read the 5 or 6 books nominated for the short list for the award and review them. Last year and the year before, I was very disappointed as the one I wanted to win didn't (or in last year's case I only one I couldnt STAND won).So this year I thought,'Oh no, another awful book will win,' but I was wrong.

Tamar is a thrilling, beautifully written novel with a heart.The characters feel very real,their emotions are as clear as the words on the page.

At my school, many said this book was too old for many reviewing the books but I loved the fact that a book aimed at older teenagers was nominated for the shortlist and became a(very worthy)winner.Highly recommended.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully Written
Wow. I really loved this book and how beautifully written it is. The book is almost split in two: the "Modern" half and the "Old" half. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Keran J. Dobson

5.0 out of 5 stars Lies, lies and deception...
Having thoroughly enjoyed Mal Peet's outstanding debut - Keeper - and the equally acclaimed follow-up - Penalty - I approached Tamar with high expectations. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Courtesy of Teens Read Too
In 1944, two spies are sent deep within Nazi-occupied Holland. Their mission - to help those involved with the Dutch resistance movement. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning
Mal Peet has done it again. I thought 'Keeper' was absolutely brilliant but with 'Tamar' he has excelled himself. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars not just for children
This is a gripping story that would make an excellent read for any age group. It is well written and the sort of story that stays with you long after the last page has been... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars BRILLIANT!
I'm in yr 7 and my english teacher told me to read this book. I'm 1/2 way through and I just can't put it down! Read more
Published 15 months ago by Alison B. Hammett

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book
A deserving winner of the Carnegie medal (they normally aren't!) at last! There were lots of twists and surprises, and I liked the ending. Read more
Published on 26 Jun 2007 by Laura

5.0 out of 5 stars A really special book!!
Books are like boyfriends; you put up with some mediocre ones and then every once in a while a really special one comes along that you can get truly involved in. Read more
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