Reviews
A Very Large Expanse of Sea
by Tahereh Mafi
A quote from the main character’s father:“If the decision you’ve made has brought you closer to humanity, then you’ve done the right thing.” Mike drop.
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Sheets
by Brenna Thummler
Enter the 1990s in Brenna Thummler’s beautifully illustrated tale of grief and forgiveness with a tough young lady and a spunky ghost.
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Sadie
by Courtney Summers
This fast-paced thriller is definitely one that can be devoured quickly; but be prepared– it’s dark!
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Internment
by Samira Ahmed
The novel is set in a futurist world where the president, who remains without a name, has put a target on any Muslim who lives in the US.
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Redwood and Ponytail
by K.A. Holt
This is a beautiful text about discovering what YOU want and what YOU want to be in YOUR world.
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All American Boys
by Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely
All American Boys is a novel that NEEDS to be read as it is timely in its themes and the questions it raises and possible answers it suggests.
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Maybe He Just Likes You
by Barbara Dee
This is a text that should be a must-read for all young adults. Read the review to find out why.
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American Street
by Ibi Zoboi
Fabiola is coming to the United States in hopes of a new and better life. However, it is going to take cooperation with the police and some Haitian voodoo to make it all go okay.
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Frankly in Love
by David Yoon
David Yoon’s debut novel is one of the best YA books I have ever read; it is funny, heartbreaking, and beautiful. It does NOT disappoint.
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One for the Murphys
by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
Enjoy another novel by Fish in a Tree author Lynda Mullaly Hunt; this time it’s about a girl named Carly who is about to embark on a journey about family.
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