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Falling into Place

by Amy Zhang

This story made me ache with sadness. It highlights the worst of adolescent life. The bitchiness, power play, cliques, bullying alongside the vulnerability of this age group. Thankfully it ends in hope and insight. It is the story of lif...

Faceless

by Alyssa B. Sheinmel

An electrical burn from lightning causes Maisie to lose half her face requiring a face transplant. Enjoyed this story for the insight into Maisie's year long emotional, psychological and physical recovery. It is about identity, loss, fri...

My Kind of Crazy

by Robin Reul

Two teenagers each from dysfunctional families become friends as result of unintended screw up. Enjoyed this story for its humour and exploration of self-perception, belonging, family, and friendship.

Finding Gobi: The true story of a little dog and an incredible journey

Finding Gobi: The true story of a little dog and an incredible journey

by Dion Leonard

Boys Don't Cry

by Malorie Blackman

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