Chanda's Secrets

ISBN: 1550378341

Author: Stratton, Allan

Condition: New

Chandas mother is not herself, her younger sister is acting out, and her best friend needs help. A powerful story set amid the African HIV/AIDS pandemic. In this sensitive, swiftly paced story, readers will find echoes of To Kill a Mockingbird as Chanda, a 16-year-old, astonishingly perceptive girl living in the small city of Bonang in Africa, must confront the undercurrents of shame and stigma associated with HIV/AIDS. Through his artful style and dramatic storytelling, Allan Stratton captures the enduring strength of loyalty, the profound impact of loss, and a fearlessness that is powered by the heart. Above all, it is a story about living with truth. Proceeds from the sale of this book will be used to support organizations working to better the lives of Africans living with HIV/AIDS.

• The American Library Association/YALSA Best Books for young adults | YALSA popular paperbacks for young adults | The best notable and recommended 2001 list, Teacher Librarian magazine | The statistics of the millions infected with HIV?AIDS in southern Africa find a human face in this gripping story - Booklist