“I’m wrecked with love for this funny, joyful, bighearted book.” – Becky Albertalli, author of Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda Grade: 5 My favorite read of the year, so far. It starts just a tad slow, but once the story picked up, I didn’t want to put it down! Elouise/Elle/Lou is a slightly klutzy teenager hoping… Continue reading Hot Dog Girl by Jennifer Dugan
“A bold, lovely, and haunting story of loss, hope, and the redeeming power of friendship.” — Lauren Oliver, author of Before I Fall Grade: 4.5 Disclaimer: this book will break your heart! It’s never explained how, but in this world you get a call on your last day to alert you it’s your last day.… Continue reading They Both Die At The End by Adam Silvera
“Two teens maneuver painful routes through profound grief as well as the complex quagmire of severe mental illness… Ultimately hopeful, and readers will connect with the messy, visceral lives simmering on the page. Profoundly emotional and truthful.” – Kirkus Grade: 4.5 I found Six Goodbyes We Never Said, because as a reader I enjoy personalities, relationships… Continue reading Six Goodbyes We Never Said by Candace Ganger
