drkottke 's review for:

The Adoration of Jenna Fox by Mary E. Pearson

5.0

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Jenna Fox emerges from a coma after an automobile accident, unsure of who she is and what her life before the accident was like. As she watches videos of her life and begins recovering snatches of memory, Jenna begins asking questions that ultimately lead her to a series of startling revelations about identity, ethics and the lengths to which parents will go for the love of their children. I know I'm coming to this novel a bit late, but it was worth it. On its own terms, this is a fine bit of science fiction that may be closer to science fact than imagine. Like (SPOILER ALERT) A.I., knotty questions about technology, identity and bioethics are explored thoughtfully. As a vehicle for content area instruction, this is a great piece of YA literature for integrating science and language arts (as I know it has been used by creative teachers recently). Now to catch up with the sequel!