The Tulip Touch
The Tulip Touch
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
England • 1990s
2006
YA
10-14 years
Super Short Summary
The Tulip Touch by Anne Fine follows a young girl named Natalie as she befriends Tulip, a girl with a troubling home life and a penchant for manipulation. Through their friendship, Natalie encounters darker aspects of human behavior, observing how environment influences Tulip's actions and relationships, prompting questions about empathy, influence, and responsibility.
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Contemplative
Melancholic
Reviews & Readership
3,231 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
The Tulip Touch by Anne Fine is praised for its psychological depth and engaging narrative. Reviewers commend Fine’s exploration of complex friendships and the impact of neglect and abuse. However, some critique the book for its darker themes possibly being too intense for younger readers. Overall, it is a thought-provoking novel that sparks conversations about morality and empathy.
Who Should Read The Tulip Touch?
A reader who would enjoy The Tulip Touch by Anne Fine likely appreciates psychological depth and complex characters. Fans of Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson or Wonder by R.J. Palacio would resonate with its exploration of friendship and empathy set against challenging circumstances.
3,231 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
England • 1990s
2006
YA
10-14 years
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