Browsing: Social Issues

“Beautiful and harrowing… Peels back the veneer of fairy tales to reveal their inherent darkness” (Booklist starred review): Brutalized and scarred by a religious cult, Minnow struggles to rebuild her life inside a juvenile detention center.

This heartwarming story follows the life of a Pyrenean mountain dog named Sirius and his loving relationship with the humans he teaches to be kind. A touching tale of loyalty and the joy of caring for others!

With rumors swirling about her promiscuity, Alice finds herself at the center of a scandal after the popular quarterback dies. But what’s the truth? “A tough, unapologetic look at slut-shaming” (Booklist) with over 2,400 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

From a USA Today bestselling author comes the first book in a haunting, white-knuckle trilogy: Precocious 15-year-old Macy Mercer must fight for her life when she’s kidnapped by a man who insists that she replace his missing daughter.

“Emotional, captivating, and ultimately uplifting” (Daily Mail): Due to severe anxiety, Audrey doesn’t ever leave the house — but her brother’s friend Linus will help her conquer her fears. With over 11,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads!

A Pride and Prejudice retelling with over 3,700 five-star Goodreads ratings! When teen Devon clashes with arrogant jock Ezra, her life — and her heart — is forever changed. “A fresh, smart, inventive, and altogether impressive debut” (Kirkus Reviews starred review).