Solace of the Road
(Author) Siobhan DowdMemories of Mum are the only thing that make Holly Hogan happy. She hates her foster family with their too-nice ways and their false sympathy. And she hates her life, her stupid school and the way everyone is always on at her. Then she finds the wig, and everything changes. Wearing the long, flowing blonde locks she feels transformed. She's not Holly any more, she's Solace: the girl with the slinkster walk and the super-sharp talk. She's older, more confident - the kind of girl who can walk right out of her humdrum life, hitch to Ireland and find her mum. The kind of girl who can face the world head on. So begins a bittersweet, and sometimes hilarious journey as Solace swaggers and Holly tiptoes across England and through memory, discovering her true self, and unlocking the secrets of her past. Holly's story will leave a lasting impression on all who travel with her.
Siobhan Dowd
Siobhan Dowd was an Irish writer known for her impactful and emotional young adult novels. Her most notable works include "A Swift Pure Cry," "The London Eye Mystery," and "Bog Child." Dowd's writing style was characterized by its powerful storytelling, rich character development, and exploration of social issues. She had a profound impact on the young adult genre, addressing themes such as poverty, family dynamics, and mental health with sensitivity and depth. Dowd's most famous work, "The London Eye Mystery," received critical acclaim and won the NASEN/TES Special Educational Needs Children's Book Award. Despite her untimely death in 2007, Siobhan Dowd continues to be remembered for her contributions to literature and her ability to connect with readers on a deep and emotional level.
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