Pumkin Patterson dreams of a life beyond her Jamaican hometown. But what we dream of and where we belong aren't always the same thing... This heartfelt and uplifting story is for fans of The Girl With the Louding Voice and The Reading List 'An engaging coming-of-age tale' THE TIMES 'The word-of-mouth sensation that's making waves . . . Luminous' IRENOSEN OKOJIE, STYLIST 'Will linger in your heart long after the final page. An absolute must-read' ABI DAR???, author of The Girl With the Louding Voice 'A delightful story set ...
Read More
Pumkin Patterson dreams of a life beyond her Jamaican hometown. But what we dream of and where we belong aren't always the same thing... This heartfelt and uplifting story is for fans of The Girl With the Louding Voice and The Reading List 'An engaging coming-of-age tale' THE TIMES 'The word-of-mouth sensation that's making waves . . . Luminous' IRENOSEN OKOJIE, STYLIST 'Will linger in your heart long after the final page. An absolute must-read' ABI DAR???, author of The Girl With the Louding Voice 'A delightful story set in Jamaica, amid heartbreak, hopefulness, and mirth' CHARMAINE WILKERSON, author of Black Cake --- For Pumkin Patterson, family is complicated. There's her mother Paulette, who ignores her. There's her beloved Auntie Sophie, who her mother resents. And there's her grandmother, who has always played favourites. Whenever tensions rise, Pumkin retreats to the kitchen - creating the Jamaican bread puddings and coconut drops that have always given her comfort. When Sophie moves to France for work, she vows to send for her niece in one year's time. But in order to follow her aunt, Pumkin has a mountain to climb. Starting with the question of how she'll manage to escape her mother, and make enough money to get to Marseille. Inspired by her skills in the kitchen, Pumkin turns to her community in the hope that she can sell enough sweet treats to bake her way out. But when her school and her mother discover her plan, everything she's worked so hard for may slip through her fingers . . . --- 'A dazzling coming-of-age novel set in the 1990s with an unforgettable heroine' RED 'An ode to the families we create for ourselves . . . Pumkin is a wonderful main character you are willing to succeed' GLAMOUR 'A treat from start to finish' SARAH HAYWOOD, author of The Cactus 'I read this book with my heart in my mouth, hoping all of Pumkin's dreams would come true' BREANNE MC IVOR, author of The God of Good Looks 'A tender exploration of familial love, both the family you're born to, and the one you find along the way' CHARLENE CARR, author of Hold My Girl 'A story so rich and resonant I never wanted it to end' JULIETTA HENDERSON, author of The Funny Thing About Norman Foreman READERS ARE LOVING SWEETNESS IN THE SKIN 'This. Was. Amazing! I was hooked from the very first page.' Reader review 'Absolutely charming. I read it on one sitting, I just couldn't peel myself away from the story of Pumpkin!' Reader review 'I enjoyed reading it and was rooting for Pumkin to find her way on her journey to herself' Reader review 'Funny and heartwarming. Highly recommend adding to your wish list of books to read next year' Reader review 'I have not enjoyed a book as much as this for a VERY long time! This has everything for me that I want from a book' Reader review
Read Less
Add this copy of Sweetness in the Skin: a Novel to cart. $5.54, good condition, Sold by Zoom Books Company rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lynden, WA, UNITED STATES, published 2024 by HarperAvenue.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Book is in good condition and may include underlining highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include From the library of labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys dvds etc. We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service.
Add this copy of Sweetness in the Skin to cart. $6.53, fair condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Dallas rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2024 by Harper.
Add this copy of Sweetness in the Skin: a Novel to cart. $7.50, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Diamond rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2024 by Harper.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of Sweetness in the Skin to cart. $8.64, new condition, Sold by Book Outlet rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Jefferson City, TN, UNITED STATES, published 2024 by HarperCollins Publishers.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
New in new dust jacket. New, Publisher overstock, may have small remainder mark. Excellent condition, never read, purchased from publisher as excess inventory.
Add this copy of Sweetness in the Skin to cart. $10.27, new condition, Sold by Book Outlet rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Jefferson City, TN, UNITED STATES, published 2024 by HarperCollins Publishers.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
New in new dust jacket. New, Publisher overstock, may have small remainder mark. Excellent condition, never read, purchased from publisher as excess inventory.
Add this copy of Sweetness in the Skin: a Novel to cart. $11.99, very good condition, Sold by Half Price Books Inc rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2024 by Harper.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of Sweetness in the Skin to cart. $14.76, like new condition, Sold by GreatBookPrices rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Columbia, MD, UNITED STATES, published 2025 by Penguin Books Ltd.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Fine. B-format paperback. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
Add this copy of Sweetness in the Skin: a Novel to cart. $14.99, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Emerald rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2024 by Harper.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of Sweetness in the Skin: a Novel to cart. $14.99, very good condition, Sold by Half Price Books Inc rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2024 by Harper.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
