‘The only way to comprehend this tragic story of mine is to write it.’ On the 10th of February 2017, there was a sentencing hearing for murder in the Victorian Supreme Court. The young woman in the dock, who sat quietly with her hands in her lap, had perfect skin and light-brown hair tied back as neatly as a private school prefect’s. When the judge asked her to confirm her plea, the young woman answered in a clear and polite voice. ‘Guilty, your Honour.’ That killer is Mary K. Pershall’s beloved daughter Anna. She is twenty-eight years old, tall and beautiful, with an effervescent wit and a university degree in psychology. She also hears the voices of demons. After Anna finished uni, she just could not meet the demands of adulthood, and the voices became overwhelming. She attempted to silence them with alcohol and weed, with the abuse of her prescribed medication, and with ice. But the evil howling would not stop. Award-winning author Mary K. Pershall brings a unique and insightful perspective to a story that is at once devastating and uplifting, and proves that a mother’s love – even in its darkest hour – can shed light and provide hope to families in crisis.
‘The only way to comprehend this tragic story of mine is to write it.’ On the 10th of February 2017, there was a sentencing hearing for murder in the Victorian Supreme Court. The young woman in the dock, who sat quietly with her hands in her lap, had perfect skin and light-brown hair tied back as neatly as a private school prefect’s. When the judge asked her to confirm her plea, the young woman answered in a clear and polite voice. ‘Guilty, your Honour.’ That killer is Mary K. Pershall’s beloved daughter Anna. She is twenty-eight years old, tall and beautiful, with an effervescent wit and a university degree in psychology. She also hears the voices of demons. After Anna finished uni, she just could not meet the demands of adulthood, and the voices became overwhelming. She attempted to silence them with alcohol and weed, with the abuse of her prescribed medication, and with ice. But the evil howling would not stop. Award-winning author Mary K. Pershall brings a unique and insightful perspective to a story that is at once devastating and uplifting, and proves that a mother’s love – even in its darkest hour – can shed light and provide hope to families in crisis.
The third Ruby Clair book in this series. Ruby begins to hear voices at school - a ghost trying to attract her attention. When the voice proclaims that Ruby's grandmother killed her, Ruby must investigate what has happened and discovers that this ghost is her great grandmother who died giving birth to Ruby's grandmother many years previously. This book has many exciting twists and suspenseful passages. It is also a poignant tale about family and friendships from a young girl's perspective. A perfect combination of supernatural mystery and heartfelt storytelling.
I can sense that someone, suddenly, is in the room with me. I'm shaking. I can't look! Ruby knows that her ability to hear and see ghosts is an incredible gift. Even so, sometimes she'd like to go back to being a regular kid. But would that be fair? Should Ruby break through her fear and help another ghost, whoever that might be? Another exciting story about ghosts, girls and keeping your friends. From the author of Ruby Clair - The Trouble with Ghosts.
Novel for teenage readers. Gorgeous 'bad influence' Luke provides Mel with a welcome distraction from the depressing realities of her life - her mother has MS and her father disappeared when she was young. She's tired of being good all the time but before long things get out of control. Author's previous titles include 'You Take the High Road' and 'Shopkeepers'.
Whatever happens at high school, I know what I don't want to happen. I never want to be a loner or a loser or a dork ever again!It's the first day of Kaitlin's first year in high school. Everything's different, but her old friends from primary school are in her class, so at least she's got someone to sit with. Trouble is, they're both boys, and Kaitlin's pretty sure it's dorky to have boys for best friends – specially one who's in the chess club. The cool girls sure seem to think so, and Kaitlin wants to be in their group more than anything. But just how far is she prepared to go?
Advanced. Speed level 2 (60 wpm). What is it really like to be a pop star? And why do kids love their favorite bands so much? These and other questions are answered inside this factual book about rock music in Australia. Side bars present information in an easy to read way along with photos and illustrations.
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