Melina Marchettová Poradie kníh (chronologicky)
Melina Marchetta píše romány, ktoré skúmajú zložitosť identity, rodiny a spolupatričnosti s výraznou zmesou emocionálnej hĺbky a ostrovtipu. Jej príbehy sa často ponárajú do výziev, ktorým čelia mladí ľudia pri orientácii v náročných sociálnych prostrediach, pričom ponúkajú sympatické a prenikavé zobrazenia. Marchettin naratívny hlas rezonuje s autentickosťou, čím sa jej práca stáva pútavým skúmaním ľudskej kondície pre čitateľov všetkých vekových kategórií. Je oslavovaná za vytváranie nuansovaných postáv a presvedčivých zápletiek, ktoré doznievajú ešte dlho po dočítaní.







"This year, Zola and Alessandro are going to decorate the street with Nonno Nino's Christmas lights. Zola's house and Boomerang Street haven't had Christmas lights for two years. But this year, Zola and Alessandro want to continue the tradition. They've learned a lot about tradition lately--and how some families have different beliefs, and others celebrate Christmas differently"--
Zola loves living on Boomerang Street with her mum and her nonna. Every day of the week is an adventure. But Zola has a problem. No matter how much she tries, she can't keep out of trouble. Like on Friday, when she and Alessandro decide to paint Nonno Nino's little yellow boat..
Zola loves living on Boomerang Street with her mum and her nonna. Every day of the week is an adventure. But Zola has a problem. No matter how much she tries, she can't keep out of trouble. Like on Sunday, when it’s St Odo’s fete and Zola and the gang join in the fun . . .Collect all seven stories in the series. One for every day of the week!
A wonderful children's series celebrating community, sustainability, diversity and family from the bestselling author of Looking for Alibrandi. Fun, heartwarming stories full of mischief, humour and feeling, sure to charm and engage newly independent young readers. Zola loves living on Boomerang Street with her mum and her nonna. Every day of the week is an adventure. But Zola has a problem. No matter how much she tries, she can't keep out of trouble. Like on Thursday, when she and the gang form a band and upset their cranky neighbour, Mr Walton . . . Collect all seven stories in the series - one for every day of the week! 'Highly recommended . . . Full of humour and brimming with the close ties of family, and . . . community, children will love reading of Zola and her life.' Fran Knight 'I don't know about you but I am getting incredibly fond of Zola and her neighbourhood. This little series is just truly delightful and I know that little readers must love being able to make connections with their own family, friends, schools and communities . . . Your newly independent readers both boys and girls will just adore these stories and they would make fabulous read-alouds for either classroom teachers or teacher-librarians paired with some activities and action plans. Highly recommended for little readers from around six years upwards.' Sue Warren
Zola loves living on Boomerang Street with her mum and her nonna. Every day of the week is an adventure. But Zola has a problem. No matter how much she tries, she can't keep out of trouble! Like on Saturday, when Zola and her friends help Nonna Rosa on tomato day
From the author of Looking for Alibrandi comes this gorgeous series to engage and entertain newly independent young readers. Zola loves living on Boomerang Street with her mum and her nonna. Every day of the week is an adventure. But Zola has a problem. No matter how much she tries, she can't keep out of trouble! Seven stories in the series - one for every day of the week.
What Zola Did on Tuesday
- 98 stránok
- 4 hodiny čítania
Zola loves living on Boomerang Street with her mum and her nonna. Every day of the week is an adventure. But Zola has a problem. No matter how much she tries, she can't keep out of trouble! Like on Tuesday, when Zola tries to help Nonna knit a scarf . . . Collect all seven stories in the series. One for every day of the week.
Zola loves living on Boomerang Street with her mum and her nonna. Every day of the week is an adventure. But Zola has a problem. No matter how much she tries, she can't keep out of trouble! Like on Wednesday, when Zola has a plan to help find her friend Sophia's missing turtle . . . Collect all seven stories in the series. One for every day of the week.
Froi of the Exiles
- 704 stránok
- 25 hodin čítania
The second in Melina Marchetta's epic fantasy trilogy, set in a menacing kingdom and perfect for Game of Thrones fans.
Quintana of Charyn
- 528 stránok
- 19 hodin čítania
"Vivid and wholly satisfying. . . . A stand-out fantasy series." — Booklist (starred review) Separated from the girl he loves and has sworn to protect, Froi and his companions travel through Charyn searching for Quintana and building an army that will secure her unborn child’s right to rule. While in the valley between two kingdoms, Quintana of Charyn and Isaboe of Lumatere come face-to-face in a showdown that will result in heartbreak for one and power for the other. The complex tangle of bloodlines, politics, and love introduced in Finnikin of the Rock and Froi of the Exiles coalesce into an engrossing climax in this conclusion to Printz Award winner Melina Marchetta’s epic fantasy trilogy.
Finnikin reluctantly joins forces against the imposter who has ruled Lumatere for years with an enigmatic young novice who claims that her dark dreams will lead them to a surviving royal child and a way to regain the throne.
On The Jellicoe Road
- 300 stránok
- 11 hodin čítania
Taylor Markham is an unconventional leader at Jellicoe School, known for her erratic behavior and lack of social skills. Despite her shortcomings, her long-term residency at the school gives her an edge as tensions rise between the boarders, townies, and the newly arrived cadets led by the notorious Jonah Griggs. As the territory wars reignite, Taylor grapples with personal mysteries, including a prayer tree, a hermit’s whispers, and a drawing that stirs memories at the local police station. Her quest to uncover her past intensifies when Hannah, the woman who found her, mysteriously vanishes, leaving behind an unfinished manuscript about five kids whose lives intertwined two decades earlier on Jellicoe Road. The narrative unfolds with a blend of intrigue and emotional depth, showcasing the complexity of Taylor's journey and the connections that bind the characters across time. Critics praise the novel for its sophisticated storytelling, evocative prose, and the author’s talent for crafting compelling characters. Readers find themselves deeply immersed, with some even losing track of time while reading.
Saving Francesca
- 243 stránok
- 9 hodin čítania
Before there was Eleanor and Park, there was Francesca and Will. A compelling story of romance, family, and friendship, with humor and heart, perfect for fans of If I Stay, The Spectacular Now, and Looking for Alaska. Francesca is stuck at St. Sebastian’s, a boys' school that pretends it's coed by giving the girls their own bathroom. Her only female companions are an ultra-feminist, a rumored slut, and an impossibly dorky accordion player. The boys are no better, from Thomas, who specializes in musical burping, to Will, the perpetually frowning, smug moron that Francesca can't seem to stop thinking about. Then there's Francesca's mother, who always thinks she knows what's best for Francesca—until she is suddenly stricken with acute depression, leaving Francesca lost, alone, and without an inkling of who she really is. Simultaneously humorous, poignant, and impossible to put down, this is the story of a girl who must summon the strength to save her family, her social life, and—hardest of all—herself. Melina Marchetta is the Printz-winning author of Jellicoe Road, as well as Looking for Alibrandi and Finnikin of the Rock.
Jedného dňa utečiem
- 224 stránok
- 8 hodin čítania
Josephine Alibrandiová má sedemnásť a študuje v poslednom ročníku strednej školy na predmestí Sydney. Je dcérou slobodnej matky, ku svojej matke má dobrý vzťah, ale ustavične ho narúša stará mama Alibrandiová. Situácia sa začne meniť, keď sa do Sydney prisťahuje Josephinin otec Michael Andretti, ktorý vôbec netuší, že má dcéru. Je uznávaný právnik a Josephine sa s ním mimovoľne začne zbližovať. Josephine prežíva v maturitnom ročníku prvú lásku a veľké priateľstvo s ďalším chlapcom, ktoré však končí nešťastne. Vyberá si aj budúce povolanie a uvažuje, či by bolo voči matke a starej matke správne, aby prijala otcovo priezvisko. Spútaná mnohými rodinnými tradíciami a momentálnymi problémami je pevne rozhodnutá, že jedného dňa utečie. ,,Budem bežať o život. Aby som bola voľná a myslela sama za seba. Nie ako Austrálčanka, ani ako Talianka, ani ako niečo medzi tým. Utečiem, aby som bola slobodná a rovnoprávna.


