My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece

Annabel Pitcher Press Reviews

'I loved this book because it is one of the few books that have made me cry yet it still has an uplifting theme of hope which carries you through the sad moments. I couldn't put this book down but not because it is action packed, not because it is frightening and not because its exciting - just because you can't stop reading until you know Jamie will be OK. Another thing I love is how contemporary issues such as racism, divorce and terrorism are explored through the eyes of a family effected by all of them. A really great book and I can't wait for the next book by this new writer.'- Rosie, age 13, READING ZONE

'..the book is very interesting because it shows how some people cope, or fail to cope with difficult situations... This book stirs up the emotions we face when challenged by split loyalties betweens friends and families.'- James, age 12

'..the plot was really clever. I like the way that the plot was based around true events that occurred... also it is based on things that happen in life in this age..' - Ruhaan, age 12

'Sad but fantastic - I loved it!' - Tonicha, age 12, READING ZONE

And some passion from a number of staff at the publisher:

‘Makes you laugh out loud, it makes you cry; it reaffirms your belief in the power of the novel.’ Lisa Milton, Trade Managing Director

‘In the first instance we were all impressed by Annabel’s stylish, fluent, moving debut novel My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece. We were impressed to meet the professional, poised and delightful person behind that voice, and all feel privileged to have the opportunity to work with her on this book.’ Fiona Kennedy, Publisher

‘Warm and funny and horrific and heartrending all at the same time – the whole gamut of human emotion is in this book.’ Maggy Park, Field Sales Administration Manager

‘It will break your heart but fill it too. My favourite book of the year.’ Jo Carpenter, Group Key Accounts Director

‘Every bit as compelling as Curious Incident... Blackly funny and moving.’ Mark Stay, Digital Key Accounts Director

‘My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece is outstanding and very, very memorable. Tragic, poignant, funny and utterly absorbing, this is a book that I want to pass on to everyone I know.’ Felicity Johnston, Editorial Assistant