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A review by moonchildreads
From the Desk of Zoe Washington by Janae Marks
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
FROM THE DESK OF ZOE WASHINGTON by Janae Marks is about 12-year-old Zoe. Over the course of a summer, Zoe grapples with friendship troubles, an exciting baking internship, and secretly writing letters to her incarcerated father who she’s never met.
This middle grade book tackles really tough topics in a thoughtful and sensitive way. The characters are so lovable, and I found myself unable to put this book down! This story is hopeful, powerful, and full of growth.
This middle grade book tackles really tough topics in a thoughtful and sensitive way. The characters are so lovable, and I found myself unable to put this book down! This story is hopeful, powerful, and full of growth.
Moderate: Bullying and Racism