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Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011
Meltem's Journey
Written by Anthony Robinson · Illustrated by June Allan
Book #4 in the A Refugee Diary series
A Kurdish family faces uncertainty and hope on their journey to the UK.
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32 pages
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Bookroo's summary
Thirteen-year-old Meltem and her Kurdish family flee Eastern Turkey, seeking refuge in the UK. As they navigate a new world, they confront racism and the disappearance of Meltem's father. Detained at Yarl's Wood, their future hangs in the balance. Will they find a place to call home? Discover a tale of resilience and hope as Meltem starts anew, forging friendships and embracing a brighter future.
From the publisher
This fourth book in the Refugee Diary series follows a Kurdish family from Eastern Turkey. 13 year old Meltem tells the story of their journey to the UK, and the harrowing months waiting to find out if they can stay in Britain. Meltem encounters racism, her father goes missing and the family is sent to Yarl’s Wood detention centre. But the end of the story is full of hope for the future, as the family is at last given permission to stay in the UK and Meltem starts a new school and makes friends. A powerful addition to the acclaimed Refugee Diaries series. Other titles in the series include: Gervelie’s Journey, Mohammed’s Journey, Hamzat’s Journey
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 32
- Reading age
- 8–12
- Audience
- Picture
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The fine print
Book details
Publication
- Published
- April 1, 2011
- Publisher
- Frances Lincoln Childrens Bks
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781847800312
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