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Beschreibung
Against a backdrop of poverty, clannishness, drugs, and intolerance, Myracle has crafted a harrowing coming-of-age tale couched in a deeply intelligent mystery. Smart, fearless, and compassionate, this is an unforgettable work from a beloved author.
Praise for Shine
“Cat eventually uncovers the truth in a cliffhanging climax in which she confronts fear, discovers that love is stronger than hate and truly ‘shines.’ Raw, realistic and compelling.”
–Kirkus Reviews
“The page-turning mystery and Cat’s inspiring trajectory of self-realization will draw readers in and give them plenty to ponder.”
–The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“Dramatic in both content and presentation."
–Los Angeles Times
“Myracle captures well the regret that many feel for things in their past about which they are ashamed. Cat’s reflections on these moments are spot-on.”
–School Library Journal
AWARD:
WINNER: Amelia Elizabeth Walden Award for young adult fiction
YALSA 2014 Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults
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Beiträge
When I first read the summary for Shine I was intrigued, horrified and I knew I had to read the book. I saw the book on Netgalley and grabbed the chance and requested it. I liked reading it at first but the more we found out about the town, the less interested I became. Especially with the language, I couldn't keep my interest up. I put reading on hold for almost 2 months, hoping I just wasn't in the right mood to read it but my opinion didn't change. I liked the main character... Cat (I had to look up her name, as I've already forgotten it), even though she was naive and reckless at times. I wanted to find out more about Patrick and who could do something so horrible to him but Shine drifted away from the main story more and more. Instead it told endless flashbacks to Cat's childhood which I didn't find compelling at all. When yet another flashback cropped up I finally decided to put this book aside 160 pages in and read the books which manage to keep my interest. Disclaimer: A review copy of this book was provided by Netgalley and the publisher.
Beschreibung
Against a backdrop of poverty, clannishness, drugs, and intolerance, Myracle has crafted a harrowing coming-of-age tale couched in a deeply intelligent mystery. Smart, fearless, and compassionate, this is an unforgettable work from a beloved author.
Praise for Shine
“Cat eventually uncovers the truth in a cliffhanging climax in which she confronts fear, discovers that love is stronger than hate and truly ‘shines.’ Raw, realistic and compelling.”
–Kirkus Reviews
“The page-turning mystery and Cat’s inspiring trajectory of self-realization will draw readers in and give them plenty to ponder.”
–The Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“Dramatic in both content and presentation."
–Los Angeles Times
“Myracle captures well the regret that many feel for things in their past about which they are ashamed. Cat’s reflections on these moments are spot-on.”
–School Library Journal
AWARD:
WINNER: Amelia Elizabeth Walden Award for young adult fiction
YALSA 2014 Popular Paperbacks for Young Adults
Buchinformationen
Beiträge
When I first read the summary for Shine I was intrigued, horrified and I knew I had to read the book. I saw the book on Netgalley and grabbed the chance and requested it. I liked reading it at first but the more we found out about the town, the less interested I became. Especially with the language, I couldn't keep my interest up. I put reading on hold for almost 2 months, hoping I just wasn't in the right mood to read it but my opinion didn't change. I liked the main character... Cat (I had to look up her name, as I've already forgotten it), even though she was naive and reckless at times. I wanted to find out more about Patrick and who could do something so horrible to him but Shine drifted away from the main story more and more. Instead it told endless flashbacks to Cat's childhood which I didn't find compelling at all. When yet another flashback cropped up I finally decided to put this book aside 160 pages in and read the books which manage to keep my interest. Disclaimer: A review copy of this book was provided by Netgalley and the publisher.