The Thing with Feathers
The Thing with Feathers by McCall Hoyle, published by Blink in 2017, is a young adult fiction novel that explores themes of adolescence and coming of age. At 288 pages, this edition presents the story of Emilie Day, a girl who has always played it safe due to her epilepsy and the comfort of her homeschooling. When her mother enrolls her in public school, Emilie faces new challenges, including navigating social dynamics and a major research project with Chatham York, the starting point guard. As she grapples with her fears and the possibility of a seizure, Emilie must confront her anxieties and decide whether to retreat or embrace new experiences.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into the complexities of friendship, love, and personal growth. The story highlights Emilie’s journey as she learns to balance her health concerns with the excitement and uncertainties of adolescence. With elements of romance and social themes, The Thing with Feathers addresses the struggles of fitting in and the courage it takes to step outside one’s comfort zone. This edition, written in English, offers a relatable perspective for young adults navigating similar challenges.
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Emilie Day believes in playing it safe: she’s homeschooled, her best friend is her seizure dog, and she’s probably the only girl on the Outer Banks of North Carolina who can’t swim.
Then Emilie’s mom enrolls her in public school, and Emilie goes from studying at home in her pj’s to halls full of strangers. To make matters worse, Emilie is paired with starting point guard Chatham York for a major research project on Emily Dickinson. She should be ecstatic when Chatham shows interest, but she has a problem. She hasn’t told anyone about her epilepsy.
Emilie lives in fear her recently adjusted meds will fail and she’ll seize at school. Eventually, the worst happens, and she must decide whether to withdraw to safety or follow a dead poet’s advice and “dwell in possibility.”
From Golden Heart award-winning author McCall Hoyle comes The Thing with Feathers, a story of overcoming fears, forging new friendships, and finding a first love, perfect for fans of Jennifer Niven, Robyn Schneider, and Sharon M. Draper.
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