- Paperback: 144 pages
- Publisher: Corgi; New edition edition (Jan 22 2002)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0440865891
- ISBN-13: 978-0440865896
- ASIN: 0440864151
- Product Dimensions: 19 x 12.8 x 1.2 cm
- Shipping Weight: 118 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #480,189 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Every time a new Jacqueline Wilson book arrives, there is always a small part of every reviewer that dreads opening the book in case this time the author has missed the mark. But as yet, Wilson has never disappointed either the critics or her customers, and with Vicky Angel she once again pulls a little magic out of the hat and delivers another stunning novel with her trademark sensitivity and panache.
Jade and Vicky are best friends, but when Vicky is killed in an accident she doesn't let a little old thing like being dead interfere with her life. Instead, she continues as normal, following Jade around, telling her what to do, how to think, how to behave and ruining any chance Jade may have to make new friends. Eventually Jade tires of it all, and although she still loves Vicky deeply, she realises she has to get on with her own life.
Once again, Wilson digs deep and delves into tricky territory with a tenacity that at first shocks; but within a few minutes the shock subsides and the reader is drawn into Jade's world, willing her to come to terms with Vicky's death and praying that she will soon find her own way.
As ever, Wilson's characters are beautifully observed, and the story is filled to the brim with an emotional truth that is awe inspiring and captivating. Jade's response to Vicky's death, her realisation that the pedestal on which Vicky was placed during her short life was not as stable as she first believed and the ultimate release from the burden of guilt and love are dealt with with a sleight of hand that allows the reader to become completely involved with the story without a hint of darkness, captured instead by a lightness of touch that can only serve to make Wilson's peers green with envy.
The Illustrated Mum was the absolute best. Vicky Angel, a sort of Truly, Madly, Deeply for kids, runs an extraordinarily tight second. (Age 8 and over) --Susan Harrison --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
From Publishers Weekly
Wilson (The Story of Tracy Beaker, reviewed July 23) here poignantly addresses a tragic and traumatic experience: the death of a friend. Narrator Jude and her friend Vicky are inseparable ("We're going to be best friends for ever and ever and ever, through school, through college, through work"), until one afternoon, when Vicky is hit by a car. But the separation is temporary: after learning at the hospital that Vicky has died, Jude returns to the site of the accident, where she discovers a bouquet of red roses ("It's as if any spilt blood has been magically morphed into sweet-smelling flowers")--as well as Vicky. Guilt-filled (at one point Vicky's mother asks Jude, "Couldn't you have stopped her?"), the grieving girl finds solace in visits from Vicky's ghost. Yet Wilson adds intriguing dimension to her plot, as the apparition intermittently comforts and taunts Jude, sometimes making her laugh and at other times encouraging her to be mean to classmates who try to comfort her. Other characters, too, seem to make light of the events (e.g., Jude's mother wishes to contribute flowers and, upon learning that white lilies were Vicky's favorites, says, "They'll cost a fortune--but it can't be helped, I suppose"). Despite the well-intentioned efforts of teachers and friends, Vicky increasingly becomes a controlling presence from which Jude feels unable to escape. Yet ultimately, the friends do let go, as Jude's narrative reaches an affirming, affecting conclusion. Ages 8-12.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Vicky Angel, Jun 8 2004
By laura - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Vicky Angel (Paperback)
This is one fabulous story.The story is about two teenage girls, Vicky and Jade, they are both very close to eachother, and share all their secrets, and go out on girly outings, like most girls their age do. But one day they are having an arguement, which ands up with tragic results. As they are bickering, Vicky being the one to play this role in each arguement they have, goes off in a huff, but ends up being run over. As Jade thinks there is a chance she will survive, she hopes and hopes, but sadly Vicky dies in hospital, and Jade is full of guilt. One day she goes back to the same spot where Vicky was killed, and to her amazement she finds Vicky there, but not as her usual self, she's a ghost! Jade, is astonished by all of this, but Vicky seems fine with it, and they go out and about with eachother for some fun, like old times. As no one can see Vicky, she gets up to more mischeif than ever, but poor Jade, is loving that she can be with Vicky again, but isn't happy about being in such trouble. This is a great story that nobody i know who has read this, will put it down!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
A Mom's review!!, Nov 25 2007
By SindiRoo "SindiRoo" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Vicky Angel (Paperback)
On the editorials, 1 says it is for ages 8-12 the other grades 6-9, the latter is a better range. It is a good story that follows a young girl as she grieves and is haunted by the death of her best friend. However, during the grieving she has thoughts of suicide which are preceded by the ghost encouraging the girl to jump from a moving train so she can experience flying. So, if you do allow your younger reader to read this you should read along and have a good talk about some of the tougher issues that are included in the book afterwards, death, guilt, suicide, blame, adultery, and grief.I have decided that I will pre-read all the books from this author when my daughter chooses them so I am prepared to handle the discussions on the topics that they introduce. I was really surprised by the tough topic content of these "cotton candy" decorated books.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Super!, Aug 7 2003
A Kid's Review - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Vicky Angel (Paperback)
This book is great though i felt my eyes watering in parts! STORYLINE: Vicky and Jade are the best of friends. Nothing will separate them, or so it seems any way. THey are the class clowns although Jade is actually clever but hides her talent. One day after school things start to change, Jade is pleading with Vicky for them to join the Drama club. "No!", Vicky exclaimed, "That is for babies." "Please please pretty please" Said Jade, though she knew Vicky wouldn't change her mind. THen Vicky strikes a deal with Jade, if they both go to the fun run friday club then they can both go to the drama club. Jade willingly agreed. Then they ran outside, there was a scream, a squeal of breaks and someone lay badly injured on the road.I don't want to spoil anymore of the story though you will probably guess who is hurt. YOU MUST READ THIS BOOK IT IS SUPER!!!!!!!!!
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