If you loved Jacqueline Wilson’sBest Friends here is another superb thought-provoking novel for readers of 8+. Em adores her funny glamorous dad – who cares if he’s not her real father? He’s wonderful to her and to her little brother and sister. True to form at Christmas Dad gives them fantastic presents including a real emerald ring for his little Princess Em. Unfortunately he’s got another surprise in store – he’s leaving them. Will Dad’s well-meaning but chaotic attempts to keep seeing Em and the other children help the family come to terms with this new crisis? Or would they be better off with a clean break – just like Em’s arm?
