Status
Available
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Collection
Publication
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC (2003), 208 pages
Description
A teenage boy's face is disfigured in an automobile accident, and he must learn to deal with the changes in his life.
Media reviews
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this book makes you realize you should be grateful for what you've got and dont take that as an advantage
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LibraryThing member HeatherLINC
This was an interesting book about Martin, a fifteen-year-old, struggling to cope after a horrific car crash which left his face burned beyond recognition. Although Martin has a number of faults, the reader can sympathise with him as he battles to accept his looks and to live a normal life despite
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the stares and setbacks he receives from strangers, and also those close to him. Martin changes a lot by the end of the book in both his attitude to school and to life in general. Whilst plot is rather predictable "Face" still an enjoyable read. Show Less
LibraryThing member DubaiReader
Don't judge a book by its cover.
This was a powerful read, highlighting the subject of image and other people's reaction to disfigurement. It reminded me of Wonder by R. J. Palacio, another Young Adult book that I really enjoyed.
Martin is a fortunate teenager; he has a crowd of mates and a stunning
This would be an excellent prompt for discussion about prejudices regarding appearance and our reaction to those less fortunate than ourselves.
Like Refugee Boy that I also listened to recently, Face was brilliantly read by Ben Bailey Smith, who moves seamlessly in and out of a London accent. I shall certainly look out for other books with his narration.
This was a powerful read, highlighting the subject of image and other people's reaction to disfigurement. It reminded me of Wonder by R. J. Palacio, another Young Adult book that I really enjoyed.
Martin is a fortunate teenager; he has a crowd of mates and a stunning
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girlfriend. Unfortunately he makes one bad decision and ends up in hospital with serious facial burns. He has to come to terms with his new appearance, his parents' reaction to his injuries, and then his friends and the rest of the school. It's a lot to deal with and we travel with Martin on this journey of self discovery.This would be an excellent prompt for discussion about prejudices regarding appearance and our reaction to those less fortunate than ourselves.
Like Refugee Boy that I also listened to recently, Face was brilliantly read by Ben Bailey Smith, who moves seamlessly in and out of a London accent. I shall certainly look out for other books with his narration.
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Awards
The Children's Book Award (Shortlist — 2000)
Language
Original language
English
Physical description
208 p.; 7.72 x 5 inches
ISBN
0121