I picked this book up the other day in a charity shop up Chiswick High Road. What drew me to it was the cover. The illustration is by Giles Deacon a British fashion designer.
The book, Threads, follows the story of Nonie and her two best friends Edie (obsessed with her CV and world peace) and Jenny (an actress). When they meet a young girl in fairy wings sketching a dress in the V&A museum they are instantly hooked. Nonie, who has a big interest in fashion and anything to do with it, takes her under her wing. They quickly form a strong friendship and they learn that Crow, the girl's nickname, is a refugee from Uganda and lives with her aunt in a small, smelly apartment. It very quickly becomes clear that, even though Crow struggles with reading and writing, she has amazing talent. Crow draws and designs gorgeous outfits that are up there with all the latest designers. Nonie, Jenny and Edie decide that they should help Crow and soon she is producing and selling dresses and skirts. Customers are practically falling over each other to try and get one of her creations.
This is a well written and creative story of friendship, fashion and passion. Even if you’re not into fashion you can still enjoy it as much as any other good story. The book is also packed with lots of sub-plots e g Jenny's crush and possible relationship with co-star Joe Yule. What’s more is that £1 from every copy sold is donated to Save the Children.
Have you read this book? If so what did think of it?
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