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Noughts and Crosses (Corgi books) (Paperback)
$10.56 - Save $0.55 (4%) - RRP $11.11 Free delivery worldwide (to United States and
all these other countries) Usually dispatched within 24 hours | |Short Description for Noughts and CrossesSephy is a Cross - a member of the dark-skinned ruling class. Callum is a nought - a colourless member of the underclass who were once slaves to the Crosses. Against a background of prejudice and distrust, highlighted by violent terrorist activity by Noughts, a romance builds between them - a romance that is to lead both of them into danger.
Full description- Publisher: Corgi Childrens
- Published: 08 August 2006
- Format: Paperback 480 pages
- See: Full bibliographic data
- Categories: Fiction | General | Multiculturalism
- ISBN 13: 9780552555708 ISBN 10: 0552555703
- Sales rank: 4,691
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Reviews for Noughts and Crosses
grim but direct
A grim young adult novel set in a world where the racism of our society is reversed and white 'noughts' (or 'blankers', to be rude) are oppressed by the ruling Crosses. The two young protagonists are from politically active families on opposite sides of the divide, but are childhood friends and hurtle to a tragic conclusion. It is very well written, though I felt it got just a little cluttered with teenage pregnancy and capital punishment alongside the impressive treatment of the big central issue. by Nicholas Whyte
Great Read
"I'm about half-way through this book, and despite being nearly 20 (when the book appears to be more 'teen-y'), Noughts and Crosses is an enjoyable read that takes you on twists and turns through the eyes of Sephy and Callum. It deals with love, politics and racism in a thought-provoking yet engaging way. Even if you think this may not be the book for you, at least try and read a chapter or two, it's too good to disregard. " by a Book Depository customer
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