A review by bookishbarnowl
The Departure by K.A. Applegate

5.0

I devoured this book. It was gripping. Its message was so powerful for a children's book. Until this book, we're led to believe that all Yeerks are evil. However, it is not as black and white as this, as it often is in war. The Yeerks are not inherently evil, and the book promotes a message of saving life and achieving peace where possible.