This novel is sure to appeal to fans of Mabry’s other works, and could serve as an introduction to magical realism for those unfamiliar with the genre. An engaging, heartfelt exploration of the multifaceted inner lives of teen girls and sisterhood.
A must-purchase for all secondary school libraries. Readers who liked Fighting Chance: The Struggle Over Woman Suffrage and Black Suffrage In Reconstruction America by Faye E. Dudden and Sisters in the Struggle: African American Women in the Civil Rights-Black Power Movement edited by Bettye Collier-Thomas will particularly like Dionne’s work.
Highly recommended for middle grade through high school collections in both school and public libraries.
A slam dunk purchase. Basketball fans will devour this book with the credentials of NatGeo and ESPN to back it up.
This inclusive, gender-bent adventure story is a must-have science fiction/fantasy sequel for all young adult collections.
A great title for marine-themed storytime or one-on-one reading, as well as a perfectly subtle lesson about overcoming one’s fears and enjoying new experiences.
Readers will enjoy this journey filled with mystery and wonder, and perhaps be inspired to pen a letter to a loved one delineating their own amazing undertakings.
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