Mahalia by Joanne Horniman

Mahalia

Joanne Horniman

204 pages first pub 2001 (editions)

fiction young adult emotional reflective slow-paced
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Description

Single teenage father Matt is 17 and looks after his baby, Mahalia. His girlfriend couldn't cope and has gone away, perhaps forever. This novel explores the tensions in Matt's existence.

Community Reviews Summary of 28 reviews

Moods

emotional 100%
hopeful 100%
lighthearted 100%
reflective 50%

Pace

slow 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

No: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.83

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