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A review by librariann
One Whole and Perfect Day by Judith Clarke
5.0
High school (not content, just sophistication)
The literary equivalent of an indie film, with its multigenerational ensemble cast. You'll want to put it down between chapters to savor the language - simple but beautiful. Begins with fifteen year old Lily, but travels perspective through brother, grandfather, grandmother, mother, friend - a huge interconnected group that all come together for one whole and perfect day at the end. No simple summary will do justice. More like an adult book than YA, in style, but will be appreciated by those with fine tastes who love a beautifully interwoven narrative filled with coincidence and joy. (a 2008 Printz honor book)
The literary equivalent of an indie film, with its multigenerational ensemble cast. You'll want to put it down between chapters to savor the language - simple but beautiful. Begins with fifteen year old Lily, but travels perspective through brother, grandfather, grandmother, mother, friend - a huge interconnected group that all come together for one whole and perfect day at the end. No simple summary will do justice. More like an adult book than YA, in style, but will be appreciated by those with fine tastes who love a beautifully interwoven narrative filled with coincidence and joy. (a 2008 Printz honor book)