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Tally's Blood by Anne Marie Di Mambro explores themes of identity, family, and prejudice. Set in the Scottish Italian community of the 1960s, it follows the life of Tally, a young girl of mixed heritage. Di Mambro's powerful storytelling sheds light on the complexities of identity and the enduring bonds of family.
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Rosinella |
Rosinella is the family-orientated protagonist.
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Massimo |
Massimo is Rosinella’s hard-working and generous husband.
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Franco |
Franco is Massimo’s brother and is portrayed as a stereotypical Italian man.
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Pedreschi |
The Pedreschi family is made up of Rosinella, Massimo and Franco.
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Lucia |
Lucia is spoiled and likes to always be the centre of attention.
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Luigi |
Luigi is Lucia’s lazy and selfish father.
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Ianelli |
Lucia Ianelli is the daughter of the lazy Luigi Ianelli.
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Hughie |
Hughie Devlin is in love with Lucia, but struggles to express this.
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Bridget |
Bridget is Hughie’s loving older sister.
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Devlin |
Hughie and Bridget Devlin are brother and sister.
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