This is my first book by Jacqueline Wilson- holy crap, she’s written a lot of books! I had been meaning to read it for a long time because of the mental health themes. When Star’s dad comes into her life, she sees a way out and when she leaves Marigold’s behavior gets even worse, forcing Dolphin to seek help from other adults. Marigold is also unmedicated and an alcoholic, and it’s often like Dolphin and Star are her parents instead of the other way around. Star is getting older and distancing herself from Marigold, seeing her as the irresponsible powder keg she is. Dolphin thinks she’s the best mom in the world, even when she lets her down and embarrasses her. Dolphin is a bright, resourceful ten-year-old girl who lives with her sister Star and their mom Marigold, who suffers from bipolar disorder (I couldn’t help thinking that a generous helping of mental health issues is the only thing that can account for those names- geez.) Marigold is impulsive, childlike, and covered from head to toe in tattoos.
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