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I loved the structure of the novel which features a reverse countdown to the BIG EVENT. We feel invested in the 17-year-old boy's nervousness, thoughts and emotions as he learns about physical and emotional intimacy as well as consent. A very heartfelt novel about healthy relationships.
A tender teen love story from the Carnegie-winning author of Look Both Ways.
'Jason Reynolds has done it again!' Judy Blume
Seventeen-year-old Neon is about to have sex with his girlfriend, Aria, for the first time. In 24 seconds to be precise. He's hiding in the bathroom, nervous, wanting to do everything right . . .
Rewind. To 24 minutes earlier where Neon rushes from work, taking the gift of fried chicken to Aria's house.
Rewind again. To 24 hours earlier when Neon's big sister has advice about sex which makes him think he probably shouldn't be listening to his…
Lois Lowry looks back at history through a personal lens as she draws from her own memories as a child in Hawaii and Japan, as well as from historical research, in this stunning work in verse for young readers.
On the Horizon tells the story of people whose lives were…
Three boys drown during an outdoor education camp (not a spoiler). I was hooked by the way this book explores the fallout after a tragedy, looking at different character perspectives and the role of the media. I couldn’t put this one down and the story has stayed with me.
Mark Smith presents the ultimate moral dilemma in a breathtaking psychological thriller. Would you try to save them?
'First rule of rescue: don't create another casualty.'
Grace Disher is about to face every teacher's worst nightmare. Three of her students are going to die. On a high school camping trip, three boys slip away for an ocean swim. By the time Grace catches up, the perilous surf conditions are overwhelming the teenagers. If she goes in, she will die trying to save them. Should she have given her life? The question haunts Grace as investigations begin and her decision not…
