Activist by Louisa Reid
A powerful, timely verse novel about the need to act and stand up for what's right.
A raw, unflinching verse novel for 14+ filled with white-hot, justified rage * Guardian *
There is disillusionment and frustration alongside the desire to improve the world, and an awareness that speaking up is often punishedYet even if silence is more tempting, Reid reminds us, it is dangerous in its own way; "silence is / a sea of drowning / girls." An angry, yet hopeful, call-to-arms. * Irish Times *
Activist achieves the perfect balance between heartbreak and hope in a compulsive and beautifully written story. I want girls to read this, I want boys to read it. I want it to be required reading for teachers, heads and parents everywhere! * Teri Terry, author *
I devoured every word in an evening, the power of it resonating in my core. It left me trembling. * Kathryn Evans, YA author *
I cannot wait to get this incredible and inspiring book into the hands of young people. Louisa Reid writes with such poetic beauty and yet there is a raw power to the words too. Just stunning! * King’s Chester School Librarian *
Powerful and passionate, Activist embraces the fury of young women who refuse to be silenced. An anthem to raising your voice, to standing your ground and to the friends who help you find hope where none seemed possible. Exquisite. * Amy Beashel, author *
Strong, heartfelt and oh so powerful...Louisa's ability to play with language, to write so succinctly with such depth is wonderful. * Emma Perry, author *
Raw and heart-rending, inspirational and hopeful, Louisa Reid's Activist is a beautiful, vital book with the power to help readers mend, make readers mad, and make readers rise. An empowering novel-in-verse about speaking up and refusing to be kept down by the individuals and institutions that perpetuate misogyny. * Lovereading *
An insightful yet gritty look into the day-to-day problems women face, this is a must-read for all. * The Sun *
There is disillusionment and frustration alongside the desire to improve the world, and an awareness that speaking up is often punishedYet even if silence is more tempting, Reid reminds us, it is dangerous in its own way; "silence is / a sea of drowning / girls." An angry, yet hopeful, call-to-arms. * Irish Times *
Activist achieves the perfect balance between heartbreak and hope in a compulsive and beautifully written story. I want girls to read this, I want boys to read it. I want it to be required reading for teachers, heads and parents everywhere! * Teri Terry, author *
I devoured every word in an evening, the power of it resonating in my core. It left me trembling. * Kathryn Evans, YA author *
I cannot wait to get this incredible and inspiring book into the hands of young people. Louisa Reid writes with such poetic beauty and yet there is a raw power to the words too. Just stunning! * King’s Chester School Librarian *
Powerful and passionate, Activist embraces the fury of young women who refuse to be silenced. An anthem to raising your voice, to standing your ground and to the friends who help you find hope where none seemed possible. Exquisite. * Amy Beashel, author *
Strong, heartfelt and oh so powerful...Louisa's ability to play with language, to write so succinctly with such depth is wonderful. * Emma Perry, author *
Raw and heart-rending, inspirational and hopeful, Louisa Reid's Activist is a beautiful, vital book with the power to help readers mend, make readers mad, and make readers rise. An empowering novel-in-verse about speaking up and refusing to be kept down by the individuals and institutions that perpetuate misogyny. * Lovereading *
An insightful yet gritty look into the day-to-day problems women face, this is a must-read for all. * The Sun *
Louisa Reid has spent most of her life reading. And when she’s not doing that she’s writing stories, or imagining writing them at least. An English teacher, her favourite part of the job is sharing her love of reading and writing with her pupils. Louisa lives with her family in the north-west of England and is proud to call a place near Manchester home.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781913101749 |
| ISBN 10 | 1913101746 |
| Title | Activist |
| Author | Louisa Reid |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Guppy Publishing Ltd |
| Year published | 2022-10-13 |
| Number of pages | 336 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |