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Set in the 1960s, the story follows Dominic Hall, who grows up in a new estate near the Tyne, a river that looms large in his life. As he navigates friendships with enchanting neighbor Holly Stroud and the wild, dangerous Vincent McAlinden, Dom grapples with his identity after his mother's death. The narrative explores themes of self-discovery, the impact of environment, and the complexities of friendship, forcing Dom to confront his desires and the consequences of his choices.
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The Tightrope Walkers, David Almond
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- Released
- 2016
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- Title
- The Tightrope Walkers
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Almond
- Publisher
- Candlewick Press (MA)
- Released
- 2016
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 336
- ISBN13
- 9780763691042
- Category
- Young Adult
- Description
- Set in the 1960s, the story follows Dominic Hall, who grows up in a new estate near the Tyne, a river that looms large in his life. As he navigates friendships with enchanting neighbor Holly Stroud and the wild, dangerous Vincent McAlinden, Dom grapples with his identity after his mother's death. The narrative explores themes of self-discovery, the impact of environment, and the complexities of friendship, forcing Dom to confront his desires and the consequences of his choices.