Books like So much to tell you by John Marsden
In this touching children's story, Marina, a young Australian girl who has been sent to a hospital after a traumatic injury, lives in a world of silence. Her physical disfigurement and the emotional scars she bears are captured in the pages of her diary, where she can freely express herself and reflect on her struggles. The narrative offers a sensitive portrayal of a girl learning to cope with her disability and the challenges of communicating in a world that demands words.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: John Marsden
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