Throw Like a Girl by Sarah Henning is an uplifting story about self-discovery, family, and sportsmanship. As a big fan of books about sports, I loved the direction this one takes as the main character joins the school football team as an opportunity to redeem herself, and Liv is a compelling and likeable narrator. This one also contains heartwarming family dynamics, giving it the perfect mix of feel-good moments and drama that I was looking for. Continue reading
Welcome to my stop on the It’s All in How You Fall by Sarah Henning book tour! If you enjoy YA sports novels, this book it one to try. Keep reading to learn more about the book, and make sure to follow along to the other stops on the tour. Continue reading
The Edge of Summer by Erica George is a sincere story of first love and first loss, but also of marine conservation. Following a summer marine biology intern, this one contains plenty of descriptions of efforts to save the whales and a realistic main character who comes to learn from her mistakes. I was especially impressed by the way the author raises awareness about entanglements and other threats to marine life, making this a perfect summer read with many impactful moments. Continue reading
The Other Side of Perfect by Mariko Turk is an impactful story about identity and raising your voice. Following a dancer who suffers a career-ending injury, the emotions in this story run high, and the main character is exceptionally well-written. Her fight against racism in classical ballets is especially powerful, making this a thought-provoking read. Continue reading
Sister of the Bollywood Bride by Nandini Bajpai contains just the sort of drama I love to read about. Following a girl who singlehandedly plans her sister’s wedding, this one is filled with both wedding catastrophes and community support. The main character is kindhearted, and the descriptions of each aspect of the wedding make the event jump off the page. I would definitely recommend this to those looking for an entertaining and uplifting read. Continue reading