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Melina Marchettová

    Melina Marchetta writes novels that explore the complexities of identity, family, and belonging with a distinctive blend of emotional depth and sharp wit. Her stories often delve into the challenges faced by young people navigating difficult social landscapes, offering relatable and insightful portrayals. Marchetta's narrative voice resonates with authenticity, making her work a compelling exploration of the human condition for readers of all ages. She is celebrated for crafting nuanced characters and compelling plots that linger long after the final page.

    Melina Marchettová
    Čo robila Zorka v utorok
    Looking for Alibrandi
    Saving Francesca
    Finnikin of the rock
    On The Jellicoe Road
    Froi of the Exiles
    • Froi of the Exiles

      • 704 stránek
      • 25 hodin čtení

      The second in Melina Marchetta's epic fantasy trilogy, set in a menacing kingdom and perfect for Game of Thrones fans.

      Froi of the Exiles2015
      4,5
    • Finnikin reluctantly joins forces against the imposter who has ruled Lumatere for years with an enigmatic young novice who claims that her dark dreams will lead them to a surviving royal child and a way to regain the throne.

      Finnikin of the rock2010
      4,1
    • On The Jellicoe Road

      • 300 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      Taylor Markham is an unconventional leader at Jellicoe School, known for her erratic behavior and lack of social skills. Despite her shortcomings, her long-term residency at the school gives her an edge as tensions rise between the boarders, townies, and the newly arrived cadets led by the notorious Jonah Griggs. As the territory wars reignite, Taylor grapples with personal mysteries, including a prayer tree, a hermit’s whispers, and a drawing that stirs memories at the local police station. Her quest to uncover her past intensifies when Hannah, the woman who found her, mysteriously vanishes, leaving behind an unfinished manuscript about five kids whose lives intertwined two decades earlier on Jellicoe Road. The narrative unfolds with a blend of intrigue and emotional depth, showcasing the complexity of Taylor's journey and the connections that bind the characters across time. Critics praise the novel for its sophisticated storytelling, evocative prose, and the author’s talent for crafting compelling characters. Readers find themselves deeply immersed, with some even losing track of time while reading.

      On The Jellicoe Road2006
      4,1
    • Saving Francesca

      • 243 stránek
      • 9 hodin čtení

      Before there was Eleanor and Park, there was Francesca and Will. A compelling story of romance, family, and friendship, with humor and heart, perfect for fans of If I Stay, The Spectacular Now, and Looking for Alaska. Francesca is stuck at St. Sebastian’s, a boys' school that pretends it's coed by giving the girls their own bathroom. Her only female companions are an ultra-feminist, a rumored slut, and an impossibly dorky accordion player. The boys are no better, from Thomas, who specializes in musical burping, to Will, the perpetually frowning, smug moron that Francesca can't seem to stop thinking about. Then there's Francesca's mother, who always thinks she knows what's best for Francesca—until she is suddenly stricken with acute depression, leaving Francesca lost, alone, and without an inkling of who she really is. Simultaneously humorous, poignant, and impossible to put down, this is the story of a girl who must summon the strength to save her family, her social life, and—hardest of all—herself. Melina Marchetta is the Printz-winning author of Jellicoe Road, as well as Looking for Alibrandi and Finnikin of the Rock.

      Saving Francesca2003
      4,0
    • Looking for Alibrandi

      Schulausgabe für das Niveau B1, ab dem 5. Lernjahr. Ungekürzter englischer Originaltext mit Annotationen

      • 208 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení

      During her senior year in a Catholic school in Sydney, Australia, seventeen-year-old Josie meets, and must contend with, the father she has never known. Suggested level: intermediate, secondary.

      Looking for Alibrandi1992
      3,9