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category: Young Adult Fiction
published: Sep 2014
ISBN:9781459808065
publisher: Orca Book Publishers

Homecoming

by Diane Dakers

tagged: general (see also headings under social themes), sexual abuse, law & crime
Description

Fiona’s dad comes home after sixteen months and eight days in jail.

Along with her mother and family friends, Fiona awkwardly welcomes him home. Uncle David is there, because he picked Dad up at jail. Dad’s best friend Simon, his wife May and neighbor Elisabeth are also at the house to greet Dad. He’s been away so long, it’s an uncomfortable reunion for Mom and Fiona, who have suffered financially, emotionally and socially in his absence. Even the dog, Honey, isn’t sure about Fiona’s dad anymore. Fiona’s dad was in jail for a crime he didn’t commit. Or did he? Fiona thought she knew him. Believed he was innocent. But now that he’s home, her friends, her teachers, even her mom—everyone is treating him like a criminal. Guilty or not, Fiona’s father has ruined everything. When she starts getting lured into the darker side of life, she discovers who her father really is.

This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read!

About the Author

Diane Dakers is a freelance writer and journalist. She lives in Victoria, British Columbia.

Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
Age:
12 to 18
Grade:
8 to 12
Reading age:
12 to 18
Editorial Reviews

"Dakers deals sensitively with the complicated emotional space that Fiona finds herself in."

— Resource Links

"An easy read...The book touches on sensitive subjects but ones that many readers can relate to."

— Library Media Connection

"The text is accessible to a wide range of readers due to the uncomplicated vocabulary, and it makes use of relevant language that teens can relate to...The relevance of Homecoming and the straightforward nature of the text make it a great read for reluctant readers."

— CM Magazine

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