Jujube is thrilled when Brent asks her out. She is not so happy when the rumors start flying at school. Pretty soon her name is showing up on bathroom walls and everyone is snickering and sniping. When her mother gets involved, Jujube's reputation takes another hit. Deciding that someone has to take a stand, Jujube gathers all the other girls who are labelled sluts -- and worse -- and tries to impress on her fellow students the damage that can be done by assigning a label that reduces a person to an object.
Beth Goobie Libri
Beth Goobie è celebrata per i suoi distintivi romanzi per giovani adulti, spesso caratterizzati dalle loro bizzarre ma oscure esplorazioni di temi complessi. La sua scrittura si addentra frequentemente in tumulti personali e lotte emotive, attingendo alle proprie esperienze. Attraverso il suo lavoro, mira sia a elaborare il suo passato sia a fungere da ammonimento per i lettori, esplorando il profondo impatto delle difficili circostanze della vita.






The Lottery
- 272pagine
- 10 ore di lettura
At the beginning of every school year, the Shadow Council hold The Lottery, an infamous ritual in which a student is chosen to be the year's 'victim' - a person who is shunned by the entire school and forced to obey the Shadow Council's every wish. This year 15-year-old Sally Hanson is the Shadow Council's victim.
The Pain Eater
- 256pagine
- 9 ore di lettura
Exploring heavy themes such as rape, self-harm, bullying, and harassment, the narrative delves into the struggles of the protagonist as they navigate a world filled with pain and adversity. Through the lens of creative writing, the character finds an outlet for their emotions and experiences, providing a poignant commentary on resilience and healing. The book offers a raw and honest portrayal of the impact of trauma while highlighting the transformative power of art and expression in overcoming life's challenges.
The First Principles of Dreaming
- 266pagine
- 10 ore di lettura
The narrative delves into the life of Persephone, who finds herself at the center of a tumultuous rebellion against fundamentalist ideologies. As she navigates the complexities of her environment, themes of resilience and empowerment emerge, particularly in the face of personal trauma, including sexual assault. The story explores Persephone's journey toward self-discovery and liberation, highlighting her struggle against oppressive forces while seeking to reclaim her identity and voice.
Diana lucha por superar el dolor tras el accidente de su hermano, enfrentándose a las estrictas reglas de su hogar. En un momento de tensión, desafía a la autoridad con determinación, mostrando su resistencia y deseo de libertad. Su historia refleja la búsqueda de identidad y la lucha interna ante la adversidad.
Kelly wird in eine geschlossene Schule für Mädchen eingewiesen. Langsam lernt sie, dass sie sich ihrer Vergangenheit stellen muss …
Jedes Jahr führt das selbst ernannte Schattenkomitee an der High School in Saskatoon eine makabre Auslosung durch: Der „Gewinner“ wird ein Jahr lang von allen schikaniert. Diesmal trifft es die 15-Jährige Sal, deren Freunde sich daraufhin ohne Zögern von ihr abwenden. Eine fesselnde Geschichte über Machtspiele, Mobbing und den Mut, sich zu wehren.
Adrien nimmt eine Einladung ihrer Tante in ein Feriencamp weit draußen in den Wäldern an und lernt hier Paul kennen und lieben. Aber immer wieder sieht sie mit ihrem "sechsten Sinn" die Geister jener Mädchen, die einst in diesem Feriencamp umkamen. Ihr Tod scheint mit ihrem Schicksal und dem ihrer Tante verbunden zu sein. Doch als sie der Wahrheit auf die Spur kommt, bahnt sich eine neue Katastrophe an ...
Sophie wird von ihrem Vater geschlagen – brutal und regelmäßig. Sophie versucht mit allen Mitteln, dieses schlimme Geheimnis zu verbergen …


