Hilly,
I got lost a few times because of the accents, but found my way again easily enough.
Probably designating it as my bed-time reading didn't help, but I was never tempted to give up. I think there would be a lot to be said for reading this at one setting, as I more usually do with books. That way the individual voices stay familiar.
Great characterisation. The young artist was particularly convincing. Took me a few chapters to get into the multiple viewpoint, but worth it.
The first Young Adult book I've read in a long time, so an interesting change for me. But the basic challenges for kids haven't really changed all that much since I was at school. Except for the abiding presence of drugs.
Deft handling of the diabetes. Enough information but not too much.
Clever twist at the end baffled me for a few seconds, but I'll make no further comment on this as I don't want to spoil it for others.
Not my usual fare at all, but well worth reading.
Think you've convinced me not to attempt YA myself though ;-)
Thanks for the opportunity to read this.
Gyppo
