Product Description

'I have never looked into my sister's eyes. I have never bathed alone. I have never stood in the grass at night and raised my arms to a beguiling moon. I've never used an aeroplane bathroom. Or worn a hat. Or been kissed like that...So many things I've never done, but oh, how I've been loved. And, if such things were to be, I'd live a thousand times as me, to be loved so exponentially' In twenty-nine years, Rose Darlen has never spent a moment apart from her twin sister, Ruby. She has never gone for a solitary walk or had a private conversation. Yet, in all that time, she has never once looked into Ruby's eyes. Joined at the head, 'The Girls' (as they are known in their small town) attempt to lead a normal life, but can't help being extraordinary. Now almost thirty, Rose and Ruby are on the verge of becoming the oldest living craniopagus twins in history, but they are remarkable for a lot more than their unusual sisterly bond.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #18851 in Books
• Published on: 2007-01-11
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 352 pages

Review
'An immensely readable novel, compelling and convincing. The Girls is an enchanting blend of the extraordinary and the everyday' New Statesman 'Perfectly pitched... an utterly heartwarming tale, without any traces of mawkishness. Anyone with a sister will relate to this' Book of the Month, Marie Claire 'Beautifully written and deeply moving, it's unforgettable' Image magazine

New Statesman
'An immensely readable novel, compelling and convincing. The Girls is an enchanting blend of the extraordinary and the everyday'

Book of the Month - Marie Claire
'Perfectly pitched...an utterly heart-warming tale, without any traces of mawkishness. Anyone with a sister will relate to this'

Customer Reviews

Fabulous
Excellent writing on an interesting and seldom-explored topic. The two different voices really held my interest. I enjoyed every page.

Better than it looks and sounds!
Don't be put off by the girly jacket design or the potentially squeamish subject matter - this is a wonderful story, really well told. It describes the small town rural setting brilliantly and draws you into the twins' lives - their own particular struggles as well as the more general heartaches of life - with great subtlety. The way Lansens gives each twin a distinctive voice really works and despite the diary format you also get a wonderful sense of their friends, family and community. There are twists and surprises along the way so the story keeps moving at a good pace and the ending is just brilliant. Overall a great read that really makes you think (and cry).

Possibly the best book I have ever read
I bought this book as it had been reviewed by Marie Claire magazine. It was possibly the best book I had ever read, it reignited my love for reading and I never wanted the book or the story of the Darlen twins to end and regularly stayed up till 2am to finish it. A brilliant read and well worth a purchase.

Enjoy xoxo