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Common Ground

Naomi Ishiguro

3.51 AVERAGE

molly_a's review

5.0
emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring medium-paced

Joyous, tender, and gripping, Common Ground is a perfectly drawn portrait of a friendship about the freedom and innocence of childhood and the social pressures of adulthood. Long after finishing Charlie and Stan refuse to be forgotten. I couldn't put this one down.

The story deals with the social issues around the traveller community in the UK and the wider issues around racism and nationalism. It's done with an emotional and informative touch. 

At its heart the story is about two friends from very different backgrounds growing together and supporting each other through tough times. I would recommend this book to anyone. It's universal themes and uplifting and inspiring story will make anyone feel good about the world.