Nona & Me

Discover the poignant story of 'Nona & Me', a touching tale that explores the complexities of friendship, identity, and family in contemporary Australia. This B-format paperback, published by Black Inc in 2014, follows the journey of Rosie and Nona, two sisters and best friends bound by blood yet divided by circumstances. Despite their skin colors and cultural backgrounds—Rosie being white and Nona Aboriginal—their bond transcends differences and highlights the importance of kinship and community. The narrative explores themes of love and loyalty amid political tensions that arise when Nona returns to their remote Northern Territory home after moving away. At the pivotal age of sixteen, Rosie faces a heart-wrenching decision between her old friend and new social comforts in the nearby mining town. 'Nona & Me' offers a richly textured insight into a unique Aboriginal community and the struggles of bridging cultural gaps. Ideal for young adult readers and anyone interested in Australian literature that tackles profound issues, this beautiful book is praised by acclaimed authors like Jackie French and Fiona Wood. With 304 pages filled with emotion and reflection, 'Nona & Me' is more than just a story; it's an invitation to explore what truly matters in life. Perfect for book clubs, educational discussions, and personal reading, grab your copy today and take advantage of FREE shipping! (Please note: combined shipping with other products is not available for this item, and shipping may take up to 10 days.)
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781863956895
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2014
Publisher: Black Inc
Pages: 304


Description:
Rosie and Nona are sisters. Yapas.
They are also best friends. It doesn't matter that Rosie is white and Nona is Aboriginal- their family connections tie them together for life.
Born just five days apart in a remote corner of the Northern Territory, the girls are inseperable, until Nona moves away at the age of nine. By the time she returns, they're in Year 10 and things have changed. Rosie has lost interest in the community, preferring to hang out in the nearby mining town, where she goes to school with the glamorous Selena, and Selena's
gorgeous older brother Nick.
When a political announcement highlights divisions between the Aboriginal community and the mining town, Rosie is put in a difficult position- will she be forced to choose between her first love and her oldest friend?
'A fascinating book, beautifully told, with rich insight into a deeply Australian but little known community.' - Jackie French
'Rosie's story brims with the joy and pain and complexity of friendship and love at sixteen. I adored this smart, heartfelt book about family, kinship, country, and finding out what really matters.' - Fiona Wood
'Nona & Meis one of those wonderful books that takes you deeply into a rarely seen world and brings it vibrantly to life.' - Books+Publishing


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