Magpie

by Eve Ainsworth

It has been a long time since Alice has felt safe.
Because of him. Ross. But now she, Mum and her little brother Henry have finally moved far away, where Ross will never find them. It's a fresh start, Mum says. This time, she is never going back.
Slowly Alice starts to build a life for herself, at a new school with new friends. But she can't escape the feeling she is being watched. That he might be lurking, waiting to ruin everything again. That Mum might be about to break her promise. That, just when Alice is starting to feel safe, everything will be taken away from her.

A story about healing, home and new beginnings from acclaimed author Eve Ainsworth.

Genres: Young Adult, Family

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2021

About the author

Author of Seven Days & Crush
Scholastic
www.eveainsworth.com

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I have also self published an adult comedy - The Blog of Maisy Malone.

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I love reading, long walks, hot baths, eighties music and tea.

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Reviews

[Danielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a good book. I loved the story and I realized this is the same authour that did lost and tender, which are also some 5 star books. It is my new mission to read all the others that she has wrote and I think I just found one of my new favrioute authours.

[Milana · Rating 5 out of 5]

Sequel to Lost by Eve Ainsworth

[mia grace · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book too much, wish it was bigger I mean I finished it in a day but it was so good. Beautifully written by such an amazing author. It is such a raw beautiful book and addresses many sad heartfelt topics as lie, many of her other books highly recommend it and have read it many times since it has also encouraged me to purchase many of her other books. She has written and described each of the characters so well and it is such a beautiful compelling story

[Lydia (Readerofrivendell) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautifully written, this book is a masterpiece that I consumed in one sitting. Delicately and sensitively created we are instantly drawn in and whilst it’s a hard read (one that I do feel should have more trigger warnings) Alice is a beautiful main character. Vulnerable, fragile and raw this book is a beautiful read about healing, friendship and family and one I’d highly recommend.

Huge thanks to Scholastic U.K. and Kaleidoscopic tours for the GIFTED copy!

[Kayley · Rating 1 out of 5]

Typo on page 212

[Bev · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is beautifully written. I would have liked it to be longer and some aspects of the plot more fleshed out, but overall it was enjoyable. I only realised at the end that it's a sequel (the first book is about the main character's best friend) so maybe if I had read the books in order some things would have felt more complete.

[Ghostly Writer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Actual rating: 3.5 stars.

Although I really enjoyed this, it felt like certain points in the plot were really rushed & not expanded on as much as they could have been. It would have been great if this was a lengthier novel that delved further into Alice’s complicated familial relationships & how her new relationship with her step sister developed.

[Angelique · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really nice! easy read :) But still really captivating. Im honestly really upset it ended where it did, i didnt want it to end. I think if it was a little longer and the side plots were more fleshed out i wouldve given it 5 stars.

[Debra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really well-written short book about living with the aftermath of domestic abuse. Considering it is written for middle grade children, it doesn’t hide the horror of DA but tells it with great sensitivity.

[Helen O'Toole · Rating 5 out of 5]

Needs to come with a trigger warning that it deals with domestic violence and its grim effects on the victim & especially her children. Ostensibly a book for young adults but it is so well written that anyone would “ enjoy” it. I loved young Alice and her courage and resilience.

[Bev · Rating 4 out of 5]

Touching , heartbreaking and hopeful, a story about new beginnings, domestic violence , learning to trust again & friends & family.

[Trish Hills · Rating 4 out of 5]

A tender story of love, loss and friendship. Funny, sad and sweet.

[Avani Salmon · Rating 5 out of 5]

So good read it in 2 sittings. I read lost and loved it so i bought Magpie and omg it was so good it was better then i expected. If i could rate it six stars i would.

[Tash · Rating 5 out of 5]

A powerful story providing a child's perspective of domestic violence. I enjoyed the connection between the other book, Lost.

[sonataiscool · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book was written very nicely and was easy to read although the end was predictable I liked the surprise of her sister .

[Sean Harding · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enjoyed it but have basically forgotten it - that kind of book

[Sunray Hughes · Rating 3 out of 5]

Mostly for teenagers. Easy read.

[Olivia Öhman · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.75

[Lost_in_her_bookland · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book Review for The Magpie
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One of the most insightful and delicately written books I have ever experienced.

Magpie is the story of Alice, a teenage girl fighting with a traumatic past and present. Given the safety of a new home, she still feels like she is being watched, not ready to allow herself and her family the safety they deserve. Alice has to learn that things can change, and she has to put trust into the very things that broke her in the first place, and that can feel impossible, but a fight worth fighting for.

This lost one star simply because for a YA novel ages 11+, I absolutely think this should have had a trigger warning in the synopsis. We can of course presume what the story may entail, but for a child, it is important to prepare. This is hard stuff. The trigger for this book was domestic violence, and while terrifying, I felt it was written with exceptional empathy. Alice was such a brave little girl. So vulnerable, fragile and brave.

Magpie is a story that all mature teenagers should read. Teenagers can be evil human beings, a complete lack of empathy to the vulnerable. But this brings it all home. Be kind kids, you have no idea what goes on behind closed doors.
Alice is an inspiration to all children and adults, and I have loved hearing her story. Healing, new beginnings and love.

[Zooooooooooooe · Rating 1 out of 5]

The author really waited until the absolute last moment to reveal why the book is called Magpie, huh?

[Ava reads! · Rating 2 out of 5]

the start is quite slow paced but the more you read the better it gets. it’s a short book but it’s great for getting you out of a reading slump. also can we please just appreciate how beautiful the cover is!

[Kirsty · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was a really sweet and thoughtful read. It deals with issues around domestic violence well