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Lily Alone [Paperback]

Jacqueline Wilson (Author), Nick Sharratt (Illustrator)
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Book Description

Publication Date: 8 Dec 2011

Lily isn't home ALONE - but she sort of wishes she was; looking after her three younger siblings is a lot of responsibility.

When Mum goes off on holiday with her new boyfriend and her stepdad fails to show up, Lily is determined to keep the family together and show they can cope without any grown-ups. But taking care of 6-year-old twins, her 3-year-old sister and the family's flat feels overwhelming and Lily is worried that school or social services might discover their situation and break up the family. What could be better than to take all the little ones for a camping adventure in the park? Plenty of space to run about, no carpet to vacuum, and surely no chance anyone will guess they're there . . .

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  • Paperback: 336 pages
  • Publisher: Yearling (8 Dec 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0440869250
  • ISBN-13: 978-0440869252
  • Product Dimensions: 12.9 x 2.1 x 19.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (120 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 3,717 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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No one in children's literature brings more insight to the modern family (Independent 20110315)

This gutsy character deals with some very difficult situations while lovingly caring for her siblings in this engrossing read (D Williams Primary Times 20110207)

Parents may not always love her gritty subject matter but Wilson's young fans certainly do and they won't be disappointed by her latest (Sunday Express 20110417)

Another funny, touching and entertaining story from best-selling author, Jacquelline Wilson (Portunus Club Magazine 20110311)

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A brilliant story from our bestselling author about what happens when Lily is left at home, with her three younger siblings to look after.
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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous 4 Mar 2011
By faza
Format:Hardcover
I purchased this book for my 11 year old daughter who is a an avid reader of Jacqueline Wilson. She said,

'It was really good, Jacqueline put me through such sorrow, such happiness and so many feelings which all came together. I felt that I really knew the main character and I thought I knew what it would be like to be her. The ending was sad but it was a good ending. I do hope there is a sequel! This book would be good for 9+ readers.'
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed It 2 Feb 2012
By Barmy_Bex
Format:Paperback
I was a huge Jacqueline Wilson fan when I was younger, I had most of her books and read tehm many times. As I got older I steered away from them, I stopped reading her work, but I did keep watching Tracy Beaker on TV (still do, I'm loving the new series 'Tracy Beaker Returns')
Anyway, when I first heard about this book I thought it was the story of one of the girls from Tracy Beaker Returns (there is a girl called Lily who has got used to raising her two little sisters) I soon found out this book had nothing to do with that character, it was completely different, so I moved away from it, but then I found a book trailer on Youtube for it and it looked really good. I kept thinking about it and wondering. I was then talking to some of the kids in the library and I got strong recommendations for it, so I decided to put a request in.
It arrived today. I got home from work just after 6 and had my dinner, I started the book just before 7 and had finished it by 9.15, so it took me just over two hours.
Jacqueline's writing has an easy flowing style to it that makes it easy to get into and quick to read. The characters became real and I could picture them all. I instantly wanted to slap the mother and tell her to grow up and stop being so selfish, but at the same time I wanted to give Lily a great big hug and tell her it would be ok.
her younger brother Baxter is a real live wire, mischievious and cheeky but a softy deep down, Bliss (his twin) is very timid and very shy, she is scared of a lot of things but has a great imagination and I could really feel the bond between her and Lily. Cute little Pixie is a little monster really, always hungry or wanting something, she depends on her big sister.
You have to admire Lily for everything she does for them, yes she makes some mistakes and some silly choices but you can tell she is trying.
I spent the whole book hoping for a happy ending, I really wanted it to work out for them. I know there are a lot of kids out there that really do have this sort of life and it makes you stop and think.
This book did remind me why Wilson is so popular and why I loved her books. I don't think I will necessarily read all the books by her that I haven't read but I will be more likely to pick another one up.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Lily Alone 21 Mar 2011
By Mrs. M. L. Corney
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I bought this for my daughter's birthday because she loves Jacqueline Wilson. She though it was fantastic and read it within a couple of days!! It arrived promptly and in excellent condition which I have come to expect of all Amazon products.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!!! :)
This book is amazing!! I laughed sooo much.It is great for people 9+ and is really funny.You're missing out if you don't buy and read this book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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I think that this book was very adventurous and interesting and it is a great book for children aged 9-14
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5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant book
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When it comes down to everything, this book was alright. BUT DID ANYONE NOTICE HOW ALL THE ATTRACTIVE PEOPLE WERE BLONDE,BLUE EYES. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars well done Jacky
I brought Lily Alone for my kindle on Christmas. I am pleased I got it as I love it soooo much. well done Jacky for creating another brilliant book
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Lily alone was amazing it really got me.
But I some time feel like Lily but I would not abandon my home any way I am the youngest.
So more books for me!!! Read more
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Bought this book for my daughter and she loved this book. she would recommend it. Great for any Jacqueline Wilson fan
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