*I've had this title on my Kindle (via NetGalley) for quite some time. During a flight to the Tucson Festival of Books I enjoyed the story of Simon and everything he went through.
What It Is About - FIVE Things You Need to Know:
*Simon has a lot of "events" from his life that bring him attention.
*He would rather not have the attention, and definitely doesn't want the attention from what happened at his previous school.
*He and his parents move, after the incident, and try to start again in a brand new town.
*The town in which Simon's family settles is not your typical American town.
*After Simon meets a new friend, they begin to set out on a plan to leave messages for "life" beyond planet Earth.
What I Thought Of It - Five Observations/Reflections:
*This was a different middle-grade story, but quite enjoyable.
*This was a different middle-grade story, but quite enjoyable.
*The beginning was quite humorous with Simon along with his family.
*I enjoyed reading about his new beginnings and the kids he met in the new town. There were several laugh out loud moments.
*As I got further into the story, I realized there was more to the story than I first thought.
*The author did a terrific job of writing about a difficult situation while not making it too heavy or disturbing.
Who Should Read It:
*The novel would be perfect for readers in grades five and above. I especially think the middle-school student would be best suited for the plot. Happy Reading!
Rating: 4 STARS out of 5 Stars
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