Review: Sliding on the Edge by C. Lee McKenzieThis is a young adult book that tackles the issues of cutting and suicide as it chronicles the journey of one girl destined to be a no one--that is until she finds a way to survive.
Published in US: Apr 23rd 2009
**My Rating: 4/5**
*My Review*
Shawna is a troubled girl who has had to build a tough exterior due to how she grew up. Her Mom left her to fend on her own a lot, but when her Mom clears out their apartment with her boyfriend, a note telling Shawna to go to her Grandmother's house, to a complete stranger.
Under Kay (her Grandmother)'s love and structure, Shawna begins to open up. Kay runs a ranch with horses, who helps to open Shawna's heart as well. There is also a farm "hand" with personality and wise advice.
Shawna's journey was painful and raw, but I felt like I could connect with her, understand her reasons for acting the way that she does. I loved seeing her open up to Kay, Kenny and Casey as well as a girl at school, Marta who befriends her. I also love to read about her interactions with the horses. Her journey of healing has much to teach and gain.
I would love to hear what you think about this book and/or my review.
**My Rating: 4/5**
*My Review*
Shawna is a troubled girl who has had to build a tough exterior due to how she grew up. Her Mom left her to fend on her own a lot, but when her Mom clears out their apartment with her boyfriend, a note telling Shawna to go to her Grandmother's house, to a complete stranger.
Under Kay (her Grandmother)'s love and structure, Shawna begins to open up. Kay runs a ranch with horses, who helps to open Shawna's heart as well. There is also a farm "hand" with personality and wise advice.
Shawna's journey was painful and raw, but I felt like I could connect with her, understand her reasons for acting the way that she does. I loved seeing her open up to Kay, Kenny and Casey as well as a girl at school, Marta who befriends her. I also love to read about her interactions with the horses. Her journey of healing has much to teach and gain.
I would love to hear what you think about this book and/or my review.
I'm not sure I'd be able to read this book as I find such books rather triggering, but great review, Brandi! :)
ReplyDeleteI've just finished Princess of Las Pulgas, and I would love to read more by this author for sure!
ReplyDeleteI haven't heard of this title, but it sounds like you might need to keep a box of tissues handy while you read!
ReplyDeleteI appreciate your reviewing Sliding. I wrote it in hopes readers would identify with Shawna's and Kay's pain and their journey to becoming whole.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Lee