Mati's version
Synopsis
Three generations confront each other, three women at opposite ends of the spectrum in a hilarious family comedy.
When her mother leaves, 11-year-old Mati is entrusted to her grandmother Totti, a socialite and a Burraco enthusiast. Catapulted into a world of appearances and rivalries, through cards and plot twists, she will uncover family secrets and new truths about herself.
Reviews
Sveva Comba
De Amicis High School of Cuneo, 2C
I enjoyed this book. The story is short but very original, and I think it leaves some beautiful and relevant messages. However, I also found it difficult to understand certain situations or specific words and concepts. Overall, I recommend it if you're looking for a light read but full of surprises. It's also certainly a book that teaches many concepts and values, such as family.
Mariasole Bernardi
De Amicis High School of Cuneo, 2C
In my opinion, "Mati's Version" is a very interesting book, which tells the story of a twelve-year-old girl living under her mother's alternative upbringing. Her mother, in fact, is strongly tied to the concepts of feminism and, above all, the importance of "saving oneself" from society as a whole by differentiating oneself through a little madness. For this very reason, the protagonist matures so quickly, practically becoming a young adult. Within the pages of this book, one can also understand how children can sometimes teach older people how to deal with complex situations. Finally, it can be said that this book, with its curious story, makes us reflect on the importance of accepting our own weaknesses in order to transform them into strengths.
Marta Audisio, Lisanna Varano
De Amicis High School of Cuneo, 3B
The novel explores the contrast between educational models and worldviews. It highlights the mother's rigorous and alternative upbringing, which is considered different from the usual one. The novel invites the reader to understand that there is no single right model for life or education. But it teaches you that by comparing the two worlds, her own and her grandmother's, you understand how to choose what you need. I found the book very entertaining and interesting, because it addresses important themes such as growing up, family, and growing up. I really liked the fact that the story is told by Mati, an intelligent and curious little girl who observes adults with irony. I also enjoyed the contrast between the mother, very precise and controlled, and her grandmother, who is worldly and loves to have fun. The book is written clearly and fluently, with many funny scenes and moments of reflection. It's a quick and enjoyable read. I think it would be a good read for my peers, since we're at the same stage in Mati's life, and she definitely manages to defuse the situation better than we do.
Geneva Flowers
De Amicis High School of Cuneo, 3G
Mati's Version tells the story of Matilde, known as Mati, a girl who reconstructs an important and painful event in her life through her own perspective. The novel shows how truth can change depending on who tells the story, highlighting the emotions, fragility, and difficulties of adolescence. I give this book three stars because it was difficult to follow and slow to read at first, but as the book progressed, it became more enjoyable. I recommend it to those who prefer shorter, more undemanding books; it addresses important themes with simplicity so that everyone can understand them and perhaps feel part of Mati's story without feeling alone.
Roxana Ionela Pintilie
De Amicis High School of Cuneo, 3G
I really enjoyed this book because it flowed so well, and from the second chapter onward, the protagonist's story piqued my interest, making me keep reading without stopping to find out what happened next. The story also seemed timely, funny at times, and made me think a lot. I didn't quite understand the first chapter, but by the end, I understood its meaning.
Aurora Cosa
De Amicis High School of Cuneo, 3G
I'm giving the book three stars because I enjoyed it overall, but there were some parts I didn't understand. I liked the references to the female figure and the lack of a father figure, which is crucial to growth. Ultimately, I recommend it to anyone in Mati's situation, so they don't feel alone.
partner
in collaboration with
with the support of