Author: Nan Fischer Published: 2018 Genres: Contemporary fiction, Coming-of-age, Mental Health/Illness, Realistic fiction, YA By: Zara J Star Rating: 4/5 stars I was recommended When Elephants Fly by a friend when we were in psychologically class talking about mental illnesses. It is a young adult novel which will have you staying up late to find out what happens on the next page. The story is about a girl … Continue reading Book Review: When Elephants Fly
Author: Rainbow Rowell Published: 2013 Genres: Contemporary, Coming-of-age fiction, Romance, YA By: Greer Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell is a heartwarming and relatable coming of age novel that captures navigating the complexities of adolescence, family dynamics, and self discovery. Set against the backdrop of a College campus, Fangirl explores themes of identity, love, and the transformative power of fandoms. At the heart of the story is Cath, a … Continue reading Book Review: Fangirl
Author: Fleur Beale Published: 2018 Star Rating: 4/5 stars Genres: Drama, Historical Fiction, YA By: Samantha Lyla: Through My Eyes Natural Disaster Zones is about a young schoolgirl called Lyla. Who is trying to get her life back to normal after the terrifying 2010 September earthquake that shook the city during the early hours of the morning. Lyla had just started her second year of high school when suddenly a magnitude 6.3 earthquake shakes Christchurch to pieces and turns Lyla’s life upside down. I liked this book because the author did a particularly good job of describing the city of Christchurch … Continue reading Book Review: Lyla Through My Eyes
Author: Alan Gratz Published: 2017 Genres: Drama, Realistic Fiction, War, YA By: Sheri-Moon Alan Gratz is a 49-year-old American author from Knoxville, TN, but he lives in North Carolina with his wife and daughter. Alan has written several books such; Projekt 1065, Prisoner- B3087, Code of Honor, Grenade Etc. Most of his books are based on real events that have happened in the past and Refugee is one of those books. Refugee tells a story about three children from different parts … Continue reading Book Review: Refugee
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