A review by jbojkov
Essential Maps for the Lost by Deb Caletti
5.0
Another great book from Deb Caletti. I love her writing. I also really liked how she ties this one to The Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler.
While this one was a little angsty-er than some of her others, I think she reflects accurately the struggle some teens and parents have relating and coping with each other. This book contains a suicide and is the main focus of the book in some ways. (Note to self: could be considered triggering.) There is also some strong language sprinkled throughout- it is not unrealistic or gratuitous, but some kids may not want the F-bomb dropped in the books they read.
Ultimately, a book I would highly recommend to teens who like realistic fiction with a side of romance.
While this one was a little angsty-er than some of her others, I think she reflects accurately the struggle some teens and parents have relating and coping with each other. This book contains a suicide and is the main focus of the book in some ways. (Note to self: could be considered triggering.) There is also some strong language sprinkled throughout- it is not unrealistic or gratuitous, but some kids may not want the F-bomb dropped in the books they read.
Ultimately, a book I would highly recommend to teens who like realistic fiction with a side of romance.