Author: L'Engle, Madeleine
Synopsis:
In "And Both Were Young" by Madeleine L'Engle, Philippa Hunter is sent to a Swiss boarding school after the tragic loss of her parents. Struggling to fit in and haunted by her past, Philippa finds solace in the mountains and befriends a mysterious fellow student named Paul. As their friendship deepens, they navigate the complexities of adolescence, love, and the secrets that bind them. Set against the backdrop of the stunning Swiss Alps, this coming-of-age tale explores the transformative power of friendship and the resilience of the human spirit.
Genres: Young Adult, Coming-of-Age, Romance
Themes: Friendship, Loss, Identity, Resilience
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