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120 pp.
| Delacorte |
March, 1999 |
TradeISBN 0-385-32593-2$$14.95
(4)
YA
Alice's voice was permanently damaged when her abusive father severely choked her. Now an aspiring songwriter, teenage Alice has not seen him in many years. When she learns he is dying, she visits the hospital and confronts him about his past actions. Although the characters and theme are superficially developed, Alice's narration is distinct and sympathetic and will gain readers' attention.