Can an unconventional writing style deepen an emotional story? In Soccerwild, Craig Wells explores grief, healing, and resilience through the eyes of a young boy whose unexpected friendship with a coyote pup helps him begin finding hope again. Read my full review to see why this thoughtful middle-grade novel stayed with me long after the final page.
Orion Casey has stopped singing, but anonymous messages and a renewed love of music may help her rediscover her confidence. Read my review of Best Friends: The Orion Sessions by Cheryl DaVeiga, plus a special guest post from the author about finding your voice and staying true to yourself.
A thoughtful review of The Last Perfect Summer by Karla Stover, a reflective historical romance set in 1917 during World War I, exploring love, loss, and growing up.
A thoughtful YA dystopian novel about belief, control, and the cost of questioning authority. In Candle in the Wind, Kim Baccellia follows a young woman cast out of a cult-like community and forced to confront the truth behind everything she was taught to believe.
This Is Me Trying by Jenna Adams is a gripping contemporary YA debut exploring trauma, mental health, and the lasting impact of first love. Told in three acts, this powerful story follows Brooke and Matt from a secret teenage romance to a complex adult reunion shaped by guilt, consent, and healing.
The Drowners by David A. Anderson is a poignant coming-of-age novel that explores the complexities of adolescence, identity, and self-discovery, with a particular focus on LGBTQI themes.
#BookReview: The Drowners by David A. Anderson – A Powerful LGBTQI Coming-of-Age Story ~ 4✨~ 💙📚 #YALit #OwnVoices #MentalHealth #Friendship @CrackedWriter