Description
An inspiring debut middle grade novel-in-verse about Rain, who must overcome sadness after her all-star brother is badly beaten up at a frat party. Genesis Begins Again meets Brown Girl Dreaming in this powerful story of perseverance, family, and hope.
"A captivating novel about honoring your feelings and learning to love yourself." --Janae Marks, author of From the Desk of Zoe Washington
"A powerful novel about mental health, self-love, and family. Filled with tenderness and heart." --Mariama J. Lockington, author of For Black Girls Like Me and In the Key of Us
Rain is keeping a big secret from everyone around her: She's sad. All the time. Rain struggles with her image and feels inferior to her best friend, Nara. Not even her all-star student-athlete big brother (and personal superhero), Xander, can help Rain with her dark thoughts and low self-esteem.
And when Xander becomes the victim of violence at a predominantly white university, Rain's life and mind take a turn for the worse. But when her favorite teacher, Miss Walia, invites her to an after-school circle group, Rain finds the courage to help herself and her family heal.
Like the rain, she is both gentle and a force, finding strength to rise again.
"You can't help but fall in love with this book. Heartbreaking, emotional, and a ride well worth taking." --Marie Arnold, author of The Year I Flew Away and I Rise
"Everyone who reads this will be inspired by Rain's dedication to finding healing." --Elisabet Velasquez, author of When We Make It
Details
Author: |
Courtne Comrie |
ISBN 10: |
0063159732 |
Pages: |
336 |
Publisher: |
HarperCollins |
Publication Date: |
September 27, 2022 |
Binding: |
Hardcover |
Age Group: |
Young Readers (9 - 13) |
Grade Range: |
5-8 |
