A series dedicated to rereading and reviewing the works of acclaimed children's and YA author Jacqueline Wilson. It's time for our first three-parter: a Deep Dive into the low-key traumatising classic, My Sister Jodie! A new start, a mysterious house, and a family of badgers all have a part to play in turning sisters' Jodie and Pearl's world upside down! They've always been inseparable, but will this fateful summer change them forever? As ever, we would like to give a content warning for discussions of alcohol, the physical, mental and emotional abuse of children, exploitation of children, and ableism. We always want to know what you think, so get in contact with us via email @[email protected] or find us on instagram and twitter @donhanreviews

A series dedicated to rereading and reviewing the works of acclaimed children's and YA author Jacqueline Wilson. It's time for the second half of Love Frankie, a coming-of-age story about falling in love for the first time. Will Frankie get the girl? Does Sally have ulterior motives? Does Zara turn out to be a homophobe? All will be revealed so dive right in! As a side note, we had some serious audio issues with this episode that you will likely be able to notice- we're really sorry about this and will try and improve our audio quality next time we come to record! As ever, we would like to give a content warning for discussions of homophobia, weight-related issues, and illness. We always want to know what you think, so get in contact with us via email @[email protected] or find us on instagram and twitter @donhanreviews

A series dedicated to rereading and reviewing the works of acclaimed children's and YA author Jacqueline Wilson. We're finally concluding the teen books today, with Love Frankie, a coming-of-age story about falling in love for the first time. Will Jacqueline Wilson's most recent book hit the Mark? Is this a book we wish we'd had when we were younger?As ever, we would like to give a content warning for discussions of homophobia, weight-related issues, and illness. We always want to know what you think, so get in contact with us via email @[email protected] or find us on instagram and twitter @donhanreviews

A series dedicated to rereading and reviewing the works of acclaimed children's and YA author Jacqueline Wilson. It's time to conclude Secrets, a story of friendship and trust told through the diaries of two very different girls! Will Treasure escape her past and find happiness with Nan? Will India uncover the truth about her father? More importantly- will they stay best friends?As ever, we would like to give a content warning for discussions of domestic abuse of both adults and children, weight related issues and alcoholism. We always want to know what you think, so get in contact with us via email @[email protected] or find us on instagram and twitter @donhanreviews

A series dedicated to rereading and reviewing the works of acclaimed children's and YA author Jacqueline Wilson. It's time for Secrets, a story of friendship and trust told through the diaries of two very different girls! Will this one be a hidden gem, or was our hype for it just nostalgia talking? As ever, we would like to give a content warning for discussions of domestic abuse of both adults and children, weight related issues and alcoholism. We always want to know what you think, so get in contact with us via email @[email protected] or find us on instagram and twitter @donhanreviews

A series dedicated to rereading and reviewing the works of acclaimed children's and YA author Jacqueline Wilson. Today we're finishing off Midnight. Will its quirky charm win us over? Or will we have a 'fairy' sad time? (Couldn't resist, sorry). As ever, we would like to give a content warning for discussions of the exploitation of a child, emotional/verbal abuse, adoption, and the death of an infant. We always want to know what you think, so get in contact with us via email @[email protected] or find us on instagram and twitter @donhanreviews

A series dedicated to rereading and reviewing the works of acclaimed children's and YA author Jacqueline Wilson. Today we're starting Midnight, described by one Goodreads user as “the weirdest book I’ve ever read”- are we gonna think the same? Sit down and get ready for magic, friendship, and questionable brother/sister relationships. As ever, we would like to give a content warning for discussions of the exploitation of a child, emotional/verbal abuse, and adoption. We always want to know what you think, so get in contact with us via email @[email protected] or find us on instagram and twitter @donhanreviews

A series dedicated to rereading and reviewing the works of acclaimed children's and YA author Jacqueline Wilson. Today we're finishing April's birthday journey: who will she discover? Will she make it up to Marion? As ever, we would like to give a content warning for discussions of domestic abuse (of both adults and children), mental health issues including suicide. This book is especially heavy so please feel free to check out one of our other episodes if you do not feel comfortable with this one! We always want to know what you think, so get in contact with us via email @[email protected] or find us on instagram and twitter @donhanreviews

A series dedicated to rereading and reviewing the works of acclaimed children's and YA author Jacqueline Wilson. Today we're rereading the story of April and her birthday quest to journey through her past and find her long-lost mother. What secrets will be uncovered? As ever, we would like to give a content warning for discussions of domestic abuse (of both adults and children), mental health issues including suicide. This book is especially heavy so please feel free to check out one of our other episodes if you do not feel comfortable with this one! We always want to know what you think, so get in contact with us via email @[email protected] or find us on instagram and twitter @donhanreviews

A series dedicated to rereading and reviewing the works of acclaimed children's and YA author Jacqueline Wilson. Today we’re hoping Lola Rose’s luck does not run out as we conclude her harrowing tale- and we’re excited to introduce our fave JW character yet!! As ever, we would like to give a content warning for discussions of domestic abuse (of both adults and children), mental health issues and parental illness. This book is especially heavy so please feel free to check out one of our other episodes if you do not feel comfortable with this one! We always want to know what you think, so get in contact with us via email @[email protected] or find us on instagram and twitter @donhanreviews