Author:Louisa Reid
Hephzibah
You've no idea what it's like having a freak for a sister.
Rebecca
Born first, prettier, Hephzi's always been the more popular one.
The Father
When he was busy with his bottle we were usually safe. Usually.
The Mother
Her specialist subject was misery and lessons of painful silence . . .
Hephzibah and Rebecca are twins.
One beautiful, one disfigured.
Trapped with their loveless parents, they dream of a normal life.But when one twin tragically dies, the other must find a way to escape. Because if she doesn't, she'll end up like her sister .
Some books stay with you long after you've finished them and Reid's debut is one of them. It is a moving, gripping story
—— The SunEmotive, sometimes shocking story
—— The Sunday TimesYes, yes, yes! God, this sounds absolutely wonderful
—— Bidisha, The GuardianStunning, shocking, sad and incredibly touching. We are pretty sure you will read it in one sitting then want to share the book with someone else
—— LoveReadingWe read this in one sitting. *****
—— Teen NowA mystery and adventure book combined
—— Newcastle Evening ChronicleHillarious
—— Yorkshire Evening PostI think this book is the funniest book I've ever read!
—— Evan Jones , South Wales ArgusThis book really makes you giggle
—— Brandon Nichols , School Review