Lingard received the prestigious West German award the 'Buxtehuder Bulle' in 1986 for Across the Barricades. Her first children's novel was The Twelfth Day of July (the first of the five Kevin and Sadie books) in 1970. Her first novel Liam's Daughter was an adult-orientated novel published in 1963. She is probably most famous for the teenage-aimed Kevin and Sadie series, which have sold over one million copies and have been reprinted many times since. Lingard has written novels for both adults and children. She has three daughters and five grandchildren, and now lives in Edinburgh with her Canadian husband. She attended Strandtown Primary and then got a scholarship into Bloomfied Collegiate. Secondly, the focus on character development allows for a more immersive reading experience.Joan Lingard was born in Edinburgh, in the Old Town, but grew up in Belfast where she lived until she was 18. This is due to two factors: firstly, the book's status as part of a series means that it sets the stage for future installments. However, the story still manages to captivate and provoke thought. This is the only significant action in the book, which focuses more on character development than plot. This realization underscores the powerful impact of the book's themes of understanding and empathy.Īfter Brede is hit by a brick, Sadie and Tommy take Kevin to the beach once she's out of danger, paving the way for new adventures. Sadie and her brother reveal that they genuinely care for Kevin and Brede, despite their religious differences. Brede is a kind-hearted Catholic girl who strives to please those around her, yet fears being trapped in a domestic role. Kevin's sister, being hit in the head with a brick. The second last chapter features a tense confrontation between Catholic and Protestant youths, resulting in Brede, It is not until the book's end that this connection becomes fully apparent. This approach is effective in building a connection between the reader and the characters as the surroundings and personalities slowly become more familiar. Rather, one can sit back and allow the story to gently seep into their consciousness. The novel has an effortless flow, requiring no overwhelming emotional investment from the reader. It delves into the preparations for the 12th celebration and the unauthorized incursions onto opposing territory. The book covers a lot of ground, considering it all takes place over a mere five days. Interestingly, the title of the book alludes to the historical significance of the twelfth day of July, which marks the annual Protestant celebration of King William of Orange's victory over the Catholics in the late 1500s. This book delves into the mindset of both Catholic and Protestant children residing in Belfast, and how they perceive one another.

I have perused a literary work called 'The Twelfth Day of July,' authored by Joan Lingard.

The Twelfth Day of July by Joan Lingard