Nora Gold : Doubles

Doubles is a powerful compact story, a novella. The protagonist is a 12 year old girl who finds comfort and security in numbers and maths. It takes place in 1968 in an institution for troubled youth. The novella explores how the 'good' girl, over a period of six months, turns into a delinquent. The conversation with Dr Gold is thoughtful, passionate and engaging.  Doubles is a  short book that stays with you for a long time!