Description
Discover the poignant and beautifully crafted novel, a must-read for young readers and fans of impactful verse stories. In this compelling tale, Maddie, a twelve-year-old girl, faces the emotional upheaval of her older brother Strum's mysterious disappearance from his college campus. As her family's world spirals out of control, painful secrets emerge, threatening the very fabric of their lives. Strum’s absence creates a haunting silence in their once vibrant, musical household, plunging Maddie into deep grief and confusion.
Maddie, the youngest sibling, embarks on a heartfelt journey to uncover the truth behind Strum's disappearance. As she grapples with complex emotions, she revisits their precious memories and reflects on the intimate conversations they shared about the climate crisis and the fate of the planet. Through her determination, Maddie seeks clues that might explain Strum's troubling state of mind and his obsession with the endangered butterflies he adored.
This National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Notable Verse Novel is a profound exploration of themes such as the climate crisis, mental health, and family dynamics. With its lyrical narrative voice, 'Everywhere Blue' resonates with readers looking for stories that address significant issues in an accessible and engaging manner. A perfect selection for those who enjoy heartfelt tales like 'Eventown' and 'OCDaniel', this emotional journey reveals that finding Strum might not be the ultimate answer, but the journey itself is essential.
Order now for fast delivery. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9780823451883, Format: Trade paperback (UK), Year: 2022, Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780823451883
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Description:
A brother's disappearance turns one family upside down, revealing painful secrets that threaten the life they've always known.
When twelve-year-old Maddie's older brother vanishes from his college campus, her carefully ordered world falls apart. Nothing will fill the void of her beloved oldest sibling, Strum. Meanwhile Maddie's older sister reacts by staying out late, and her parents are always distracted by the search for Strum. Drowning in grief and confusion, the family's musical household falls silent.
Though Maddie is the youngest, she knows Strum better than anyone. He used to confide in her, sharing his fears about the climate crisis and their planet's future. So, Maddie starts looking for clues- Was Strum unhappy? Were the arguments with their dad getting worse? Or could his disappearance have something to do with those endangered butterflies he loved . . .
Scared and on her own, Maddie picks up the pieces of her family's fractured lives. Maybe her parents aren't who she thought they were. Maybe her nervous thoughts and compulsive counting mean she needs help. And maybe finding Strum won't solve everything--but she knows he's out there, and she has to try.
This powerful debut novel in verse addresses the climate crisis, intergenerational discourse, and mental illness in an accessible, hopeful way. With a gorgeous narrative voice, Everywhere Blue is perfect for fans of Eventown and OCDaniel.
An NCTE Notable Verse Novel
A Mighty Girl Best Book of the Year
A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year
Cybils Awar
Maddie, the youngest sibling, embarks on a heartfelt journey to uncover the truth behind Strum's disappearance. As she grapples with complex emotions, she revisits their precious memories and reflects on the intimate conversations they shared about the climate crisis and the fate of the planet. Through her determination, Maddie seeks clues that might explain Strum's troubling state of mind and his obsession with the endangered butterflies he adored.
This National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) Notable Verse Novel is a profound exploration of themes such as the climate crisis, mental health, and family dynamics. With its lyrical narrative voice, 'Everywhere Blue' resonates with readers looking for stories that address significant issues in an accessible and engaging manner. A perfect selection for those who enjoy heartfelt tales like 'Eventown' and 'OCDaniel', this emotional journey reveals that finding Strum might not be the ultimate answer, but the journey itself is essential.
Order now for fast delivery. Condition: BRAND NEW, ISBN: 9780823451883, Format: Trade paperback (UK), Year: 2022, Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780823451883
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Description:
A brother's disappearance turns one family upside down, revealing painful secrets that threaten the life they've always known.
When twelve-year-old Maddie's older brother vanishes from his college campus, her carefully ordered world falls apart. Nothing will fill the void of her beloved oldest sibling, Strum. Meanwhile Maddie's older sister reacts by staying out late, and her parents are always distracted by the search for Strum. Drowning in grief and confusion, the family's musical household falls silent.
Though Maddie is the youngest, she knows Strum better than anyone. He used to confide in her, sharing his fears about the climate crisis and their planet's future. So, Maddie starts looking for clues- Was Strum unhappy? Were the arguments with their dad getting worse? Or could his disappearance have something to do with those endangered butterflies he loved . . .
Scared and on her own, Maddie picks up the pieces of her family's fractured lives. Maybe her parents aren't who she thought they were. Maybe her nervous thoughts and compulsive counting mean she needs help. And maybe finding Strum won't solve everything--but she knows he's out there, and she has to try.
This powerful debut novel in verse addresses the climate crisis, intergenerational discourse, and mental illness in an accessible, hopeful way. With a gorgeous narrative voice, Everywhere Blue is perfect for fans of Eventown and OCDaniel.
An NCTE Notable Verse Novel
A Mighty Girl Best Book of the Year
A Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year
Cybils Awar