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popthebutterfly 's review for:
The Astonishing Maybe
by Shaunta Grimes
Disclaimer: I received this book from Netgalley and the publisher. Thanks! All opinions are my own.
Book Series: Standalone
Rating: 5/5
Publication Date: March 26, 2019
Genre: Upper Middle Grade Contemporary
Recommended Age: 13+ (slight language like one or two bad words, TW for mentions of suicide, TW for mentions of abuse and domestic violence, definitely an upper middle grade book)
Publisher: Feiwel and Friends
Pages: 240
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Synopsis: Pitched as Pippi Longstocking meets My Girl and Waitress, the book tells the story of the unlikely friendship between 12-year-old Gideon, who has just moved across the country to Nevada, and Roona, the adventurous girl next door who rollerskates everywhere, isn't afraid of anything, and can transform herself into Wonder Roo, a superhero version of herself. The book will publish in 2019.
Review: I DEVOURED this cute book in like less than two hours. It was adorable and amazing. It was fantastical and wonderful. I felt so connected to Roo and Gideon. I felt that the book handled sensitive topics well and it showed how kids shouldn’t be afraid to confide in adults when things are going wrong. I feel that’s something that’s missed in a lot of middle grade and younger YA books. A lot of them revolve around what the kids can do, but adults are needed for certain things, especially if it involves abuse. I also felt that the book showed a realistic view of how a child reacts to trauma. I think this book would be a great family read and a great read for parents to discuss certain elements of the book with your growing middle graders.
My only concern is that the book might be a bit tough on some middle graders. The book is fairly discreet, but you can catch what’s going on behind the scenes. I’d say that if you know your kid can handle the tough stuff then this is for them.
Verdict: A great MG read!
Book Series: Standalone
Rating: 5/5
Publication Date: March 26, 2019
Genre: Upper Middle Grade Contemporary
Recommended Age: 13+ (slight language like one or two bad words, TW for mentions of suicide, TW for mentions of abuse and domestic violence, definitely an upper middle grade book)
Publisher: Feiwel and Friends
Pages: 240
Amazon Link
Synopsis: Pitched as Pippi Longstocking meets My Girl and Waitress, the book tells the story of the unlikely friendship between 12-year-old Gideon, who has just moved across the country to Nevada, and Roona, the adventurous girl next door who rollerskates everywhere, isn't afraid of anything, and can transform herself into Wonder Roo, a superhero version of herself. The book will publish in 2019.
Review: I DEVOURED this cute book in like less than two hours. It was adorable and amazing. It was fantastical and wonderful. I felt so connected to Roo and Gideon. I felt that the book handled sensitive topics well and it showed how kids shouldn’t be afraid to confide in adults when things are going wrong. I feel that’s something that’s missed in a lot of middle grade and younger YA books. A lot of them revolve around what the kids can do, but adults are needed for certain things, especially if it involves abuse. I also felt that the book showed a realistic view of how a child reacts to trauma. I think this book would be a great family read and a great read for parents to discuss certain elements of the book with your growing middle graders.
My only concern is that the book might be a bit tough on some middle graders. The book is fairly discreet, but you can catch what’s going on behind the scenes. I’d say that if you know your kid can handle the tough stuff then this is for them.
Verdict: A great MG read!