![]() The author had given a vivid picture of how a 12-year-old child would feel when he/she thought they doesn't fit with others.Īubrey and Joel were very close best friends from childhood. So that makes "The Best Liars in Riverview" my first middle grade read. I have read a couple of children's books but not middle-grade books. ![]() ![]() If there's one middle grade debut you buy next year, make it this one. I'm so lucky to have worked with this author during Pitch Wars 2019. Thompson tackles racism, homophobia, transphobia, and the interplay between faith and identity in gentle, accessible ways throughout this story. There's a mystery element to the plot, but ultimately this is a coming of age story, set in a rural Kentucky town where being different isn't generally viewed as a positive. This story is told in a non-linear fashion, with flashbacks to Aubrey and their friend Joel and Mari's experiences during last year at their middle school. ![]() This book is at times heartbreaking, but it's also lyrically-told and hopeful as it follows main character Aubrey on their journey to find their missing friend and ultimately coming to some revelations about their own gender identity. Thompson has a way with words like few others. My thoughts reflect my genuine and honest opinions after reading. This review is based off of a physical ARC provided to me by the publisher for a potential blurb. ![]()
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