Dear Vincent

Discover 'Dear Vincent', a powerful young adult novel crafted by award-winning author Mandy Hager, exploring themes of loss, love, and personal growth. Set against the backdrop of a teenager’s struggle, the story follows 17-year-old Tara McClusky as she navigates the aftermath of her sister's tragic suicide. Facing the challenges of caring for her paralyzed father while enduring a strained relationship with her mother, Tara must find her path to healing. Her passion for painting, particularly her admiration for Vincent Van Gogh, serves as a beacon of comfort and inspiration throughout her journey. The novel delves into the complexities of grief and the importance of forgiveness, weaving a narrative that resonates with anyone who has faced heartbreak. Tara's encounter with Professor Max Stockhamer and his supportive grandson Johannes offers her a glimmer of hope during these turbulent times. 'Dear Vincent' is an uplifting read that addresses the difficult topic of suicide with both sensitivity and courage, making it a must-have for fans of contemporary young adult literature. The book is available in B-format paperback, spanning 288 pages, and comes brand new, ensuring you receive a pristine copy. Plus, enjoy free shipping to your doorstep. Order now and immerse yourself in this moving tale of inner peace and resilience.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781775533276
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2013
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE NZ
Pages: 288


Description:
Powerful YA novel by an award-winning writer about a teenager coming to terms with the suicide of her sister.

Dear Vincent is also a novel about the power of love, and how the acquisition of inner peace requires forgiveness of ourselves and others.

17 year old Tara McClusky's life is hard. She shares the care of her paralysed father with her domineering, difficult mother, forced to cut down on her hours at school to help support the family with a part-time rest home job. She's very much alone, still grieving the loss of her older sister Van, who died five years before.

Her only source of consolation is her obsession with art - and painting in particular. Most especially she is enamoured with Vincent Van Gogh- she has read all his letters and finds many parallels between the tragic story of his life and her own.

Luckily she meets the intelligent, kindly Professor Max Stockhamer (a Jewish refugee and philosopher) and his grandson Johannes, and their support is crucial to her ability to survive this turbulent time.

NZ Post Award-wining author Mandy Hager tackles the difficult topic of suicide fearlessly, with a novel that's not afraid to go to the dark places but which resolves its story beautifully. It's uplifting and positive.

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