Silent To The Bone

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2000

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Content Warning: This section mentions child abuse.

What type of person is Branwell, and how is Connor so certain that Branwell would never harm his sister? Why is this certainty so important in helping Branwell speak out?

What is Margaret’s role in the story, and why is her relationship with her younger brother, Connor, such a key focus of the plot? How does Margaret contribute to Connor’s growth as a person?

Why is Connor the perfect person for the task of helping Branwell speak again? What techniques does Connor use? What attitudes does he have?