Tuesday, March 1, 2022

Me (Moth)

Me (Moth)
By Amber McBride
Feiwel and Friends, 2021. 248 pages. Young Adult Fiction

Moth, who lost her family in an accident, and Sani, who is fleeing abuse, take a road trip that has them chasing ghosts and searching for ancestors, which helps them move forward in surprising, powerful and unforgettable ways.

Written in verse, the words are crafted together to create a vibrant journey of self-discovery in the face of pain and abandonment. Heart-breaking, yet uplifting, and a beautiful read.

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A Million Quiet Revolutions
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Farrar Straus Giroux, 2022. 336 pages. Young Adult Fiction

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