The Midwich Cuckoos

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by John Wyndham

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Why is the first chapter in the second part called 'Now We Are Nine'?
Andrew Strachan It's the age of the children from their point of view, it's showing that the story has moved on a number of years.…moreIt's the age of the children from their point of view, it's showing that the story has moved on a number of years.(less)
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How in-depth are the descriptions of pregnancy and birth in this book? Are they glazed over? Are the births described in detail?
Andrew Strachan Not much detail, they're virtually born between lines.…moreNot much detail, they're virtually born between lines.(less)
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Any mature content I should be aware of? What is the age rating for this title
Dani This was a set book when I was at secondary school. It assumes that you would know that babies are usually conceived by a couple, in order to understa…moreThis was a set book when I was at secondary school. It assumes that you would know that babies are usually conceived by a couple, in order to understand why many of the women are anxious and worried about finding themselves unexpectedly pregnant. I think the main issues of appropriateness are the children’s violence and lack of empathy, to be honest. It’s an excellent book that raises lots and lots of interesting questions, but I probably wouldn’t give it to a ten year-old. Twelve would be fine though, I should think.(less)
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