The Broken Bridge

Pullman's The Ruby in the Smoke excited a good deal of positive comment: this will do the same. Ginny believes her Haitian mother dead, but when she discovers the existence of a white half-brother, she realises her father has concealed much from her. She struggles to make sense of her family situation and of apparent contradictions in her personal relationships. This book is ambitious and well-crafted, offering readers a challenging chance to explore areas of sensitivity for young adults.