Activist

Cassie's prestigious school dismisses allegations of sexual abuse, but when more survivors speak out, Cassie and her friends take matters into their own hands to fight for change. They plan a strike, assembly, and protest to save the woodland from development, but will their activism make things worse or succeed in righting the wrongs?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2022
Publisher: Guppy Publishing Ltd

Cassie attends a prestigious all-girls school, where she has recently been accepted after decades of it being single-sex. However, when a female student from the school anonymously posts about the sexual abuse she has suffered and the school fails to address the issue adequately, Cassie realizes that she must take matters into her own hands. She and her friends plan a series of actions, including a strike, an assembly, and weekend protests to save a nearby woodland from development. They are determined to make their voices heard and bring attention to the injustices that many choose to ignore.

As the activism unfolds, Cassie questions whether her actions will only worsen the situation or if they will ultimately lead to positive change. She also begins to wonder if there is a more personal reason behind her behavior.

This verse novel is a powerful and timely exploration of the importance of activism and standing up for what is right. It sheds light on the experiences of survivors of sexual abuse and highlights the need for schools and institutions to prioritize the safety and well-being of their students. Through Cassie's story, readers are encouraged to question the status quo. quo and to take action to create a more just and equitable world.

Weight: 308g
Dimension: 130 x 198 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781913101749