 SING LIKE NO ONE'S LISTENING
By Vanessa Jones Thanks to the @kidlitexchange network for the review copy of this book. All opinions are my own. Set in London, this turbulent young adult novel features Nettie, a talented singer/songwriter who is accepted into a top performing arts school but grapples with finding her voice while grieving the death of her ballerina mother. Nellie's character is distinct and the backdrop of the school is rich with detail and provides a fascinating peek behind the curtain's of the theater world. Plot twists and turns, including an intense love interest, bullies, and pressure from the teachers to perform and overcome her voice hurdles, keep the book steaming along. An enjoyable read! @kidlitexchange @peachtreepublishing #bookstagram #kidlitexchange #kidlit
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 REENI'S TURN
By Carol Coven Grannick On Sale Date: 9/13/2020 Thanks to the @kidlitexchange network for the review copy of this book. All opinions are my own. REENI'S TURN follows the journey of shy ballet enthusiast, Reeni, as she prepares for her first solo ballet performance. But preparing for the limelight isn't the only thing that's new in eleven-year-old Reeni's life—her womanly figure is emerging and it isn't at all like she imagined. Encouraged by her newly image-conscious friends, Reeni spirals into a world of dieting, binge eating, lies, and obsessing about her appearance and weight. Grannick is a master poet and each line of this award-worthy novel-in-verse about identity and self-acceptance is brimming with raw emotion and intensity. From line one, readers are sure to be swept up in Reeni's journey and are likely to be left thinking about Reeni long after the final page. A perfect conversation starter for addressing body image issues with tweens and teens, whether they are dancers or not. Find a cozy spot, settle in, and prepare to be twirled into Reeni's world. @kidlitexchange #bookstagram #kidlitexchange #kidlit @carolcovengrannick @fitzroy_books |
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