A review by redheadtreefrog
Nowhere Boy by Katherine Marsh

adventurous emotional hopeful fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

I originally picked this story for Middle Grade March because I was interested in the idea of a Syrian refugee and a temporary American expat both interacting within this third foreign culture. But it was so much better than I was even hoping. 

Our unlikely band of middle school friends include the Syrian refugee, the homesick American expat, and a couple of Belgians with very different backgrounds. How those friendships develop and what they learn about each other and the world is just so good! Then add in the family relationships (both Ahmed’s and Max’s)and it’s just perfection. 

I’m definitely interested in reading more from Katherine Marsh!