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The River
by

Rumer Godden

Toby Smith's review

Sep 08, 2024

really liked it

A rather lovely and touching read, The River is a beautifully written love letter to India and to adolescence and to all that comes with it. It’s very sweet and the way it explores feelings of alienation and a young girl’s experiences feels very true to life.

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