As a teacher-librarian, I have the opportunity to read young adult books to share with my students. The list that I have provided will have an overview of the book and personal comments. They are on a Book-mercial style image to get a taste of the essence of the book.
Sunday, May 15, 2016
The Impossible Knife of Memory by Laurie Halse Anderson
Excellent book. Laurie Halse Anderson can write a story. Post Traumatic Stress is what Hayley and her dad are dealing with and alone. It's not easy taking care of parents as a teenager, I know I had to and so when I read this, Anderson nailed the anger and frustration that a teen girl would face with ill parents. This book is up for the California Young Readers Medal for 2017. It's a good contender with the solid story that teens will connect with. Perfect for any library. Repeat, perfect for any library. Enjoy.