A review by phillybear
Flight of the Puffin by Ann Braden

5.0

This book felt like reading about an old friend. Or multiple friends it turns out. We spend time with Libby, Jack, Vincent and T. Libby is the passionate brains behind it all. Struggling with her family she creates heartfelt index cards which she hides around her town to bring joy to those around her. As Ann puts it she,"wields a fistful of paper love bombs." This sets into motion a connection between all characters which doesn't come to fruition until the end of the book. Fans of rock hiding groups will find themselves connecting with Libby! As someone who grew up attending a small elementary school I could also relate to Jack. Jack is a young man who wants to do what's "right" so his school can remain a part of his community but ends up learning about acceptance and begins to heal his family. Vincent  is bullied at school as he is discovering his identity.  With the unexpected help of Libby and a homeless teen T, he learns to stand up for himself. T is a character I yearn to know more about. As their character is developed slowly and with less words. They bring light to the poverty and homelessness of our youth especially the challenges transgendered youth face when they aren't accepted/supported. I hope this is the start for these characters who've just begun to build a love brigade!