The Trials of Tricia Blake
2 ratings since posting on Tuesday, September 18, 2007|
in Everywhere
(submitted by
Lisa
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You know how with some things it's like they're just MEANT to happen? But to murder someone? Tricia Blake reflects on this very question with some thought provoking experiences and conclusions . . . as she bunks school, wins a show-jumping event, make a new life for herself in London, buys a gun . . . and so much more, all at the age of 15! This is a well written and well paced story with believable characters throughout. The build up to the actual murder really gets the adrenalin racing and the story-telling through Tricia's own eyes and feelings is excellent at giving the reader a genuine teenager's perspective on life. Like Willy Russell in 'The Wrong Boy' Lisa provides us with a wonderful insight into the lives of kids that society often dismisses. Whilst written as teenage fiction, this book is well worth reading whatever age you are. Keith - Keith , posted 09/18/07 |
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‘A gritty tale of love, hate, and murder, set in 1979 following the winter of discontent in Britain when kids sang about bricks in walls and hated Mondays. Tricia Blake, age 14, commits a terrible crime.’ Ever been pushed to your limit and thought about taking the law into your own hands? The tale of Tricia Blake is one of a young teenager who finds herself in an unbearable situation. Her mother has remarried, to a man who Tricia views as a narrow minded and malicious bully. He finally pushes Tricia's endurance too far when, out of pure spite, he sells the pony she won in a competition without her permission. Being an independent, spirited sort of girl, she doesn't stay around long enough to let herself become damaged beyond repair - she runs away. Tricia's life then unfolds in a roller coaster ride which takes her away from her suburban life, stressed out mother and bullying stepfather, to London, where fate seems to be urging Tricia on to taking unlawful action against the man she loathes. Having a strong survival instinct, Tricia manages to find a room in a flat and a job in a pizza parlour. Her adventures bring her into contact with some dodgy characters; she briefly becomes an artist's model, mixes with lads dealing in drugs, and more... until she is ready to do what she set out to do. This is a work of fiction aimed at a teen market but, as an adult reader, I was pleased and almost surprised at how the story kept me coming back for more. Perhaps it’s because the characters are so convincing and well thought out that you get the feeling that these people really could exist and be living not far from you. As for entertaining teenagers, the book has to succeed: the world of grown-ups penetrates Tricia's life with a speed that might leave an adult gasping for breath, but which most teens are ready and waiting for. A thoroughly good read for teens and adults alike. Liz Allen, August 2007 - Lisa , posted 09/18/07 |
The Trials of Tricia Blake was recommended for:
- Tribe: Writing Fiction
