Closer to Nowhere by Ellen Hopkins
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
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I received an eARC courtesy of NetGalley and G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers in exchange for my honest review.
Sometimes books come along that are not only special, but essential. This is definitely one of those books.
Told in alternating viewpoints between cousins Hannah and Cal, this novel in verse is easy to read and touches on several very important issues. The characters in this are relatable and kids are going to find a lot of humor and heartbreak in this one.
There are some definite trigger warnings: violence/abuse discussed, school lock-down, alcoholism, PTSD. But everything is handled very appropriately. I don't think any library would be disappointed in adding this their collection, but I think you would be missing out if you don't. Buy it!
Publication Date: 6 October 2020
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