Note: I borrowed this book from a friend.
Y by Marjorie Celona is another one of those books that was recommended to me by Rebecca at Love at First Book, who read it upon the recommendation of Jennifer at The Relentless Reader. I was looking forward to reading it until I read on the back of the book that fans of White Oleander would love it. You see, White Oleander is the only book I have put down after reading 1/3 of it in the past decade. Call me crazy, but I hated that book. I tried to watch the movie and only made it in to about the same point that I made it into the book. So, when I read that comparison, I hesitated. As the third book blogger to come into possession of this exact copy, however, I felt that I should at least give it a chance. And I must say, Rebecca was right. The book was fantastic.
It centers around a girl named Shannon who is left as a newborn at the YMCA and follows her throughout her childhood and teenage years. From foster care to adoption, Shannon struggles to belong and her story is, at times, heartbreaking. I’m not sure whether the author was adopted, but she does a fantastic job of getting into the mind of a young girl searching for who she is and where she came from.
As the story progressed, I became concerned that the author would take the predictable route but was pleasantly surprised by the direction she took. It is not at all cliché and that adds to the depth and realistic tone of the story. This is a great book for all ages, but especially for anyone (adult or teen) who has been adopted and struggled with their identity.
To purchase Y by Marjorie Celona, click here:
Pingback: 'Cover of Snow' is Chilling
Twitter: nktsoljo
Pingback: Monthly Wrap-Up: February
Twitter: nktsoljo
Twitter: RebeccaScags
I just love how this book is on its own little trip around the country!!!! It was so good!!! And I had a little epiphany just now. . . BFFL, call me when you wake up! Or google hangout me!
Rebecca @ Love at First Book recently posted..A Touch Menacing by Leah Clifford – Book Blast
Twitter: thebookwheel
Post author
You have to be on Google to be able to Hangout!
I think I read Rebecca’s review (or Jennifer’s, or both!) and the book caught my attention.
And I love to know new things. For example, all that I knew about YMCA was… ¡¡the song!!
Isi recently posted..Caramel and Magnolias: Promotional event and Giveaway
Twitter: thebookwheel
Post author
Well the song (and the hand motions) are VERY important!
Twitter: thebookwheel
Post author
I actually have it packed up and ready to go to Leah at Books Speak Volumes!
I’m so glad you liked it! I love how this book is making the rounds
Jennifer recently posted..Ain’t nobody got time for that!
Twitter: thebookwheel
Post author
Thanks for kickstarting the rounds for such a great book!