Vicky Angel by Jaqueline Wilson

 # 9 of 54 BBC Big Read

This is the 4th Jaqueline Wilson book I have read in May. This was a difficult topic and much difficult to read then all the other 3. 

While death, abadonment has been a constant topic in all 4. Here it looms big. While the book is written in a lighter vein, we could feel for Jade and her loss and how terribly Jade is coping with this loss.

Jade loses her bestie in an accident in front of her eyes. What follows is the trauma and how Jade copes with the loss. Parents seem to be clueless and are emcompassed in their own struggles. Jade is haunted by her Bestie, who turns her to a monster. Her loyalty to her best friend stops her from getting help or moving on. 

Reminded me a bit of Ackley Bridge. I stopped watching Ackley Bridge after one of the main characters dies. But this story starts with the death. Very painful, but could be soothing to those in similar situations.

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