Things That Surprise You
Things That Surprise You by Jennifer Maschari is a middle grade novel published by HarperCollins on August 22, 2017. This 288-page book explores the complexities of family and friendship as Emily Murphy navigates the challenges of entering middle school. With her best friend Hazel embracing new experiences, Emily grapples with changes at home, including her parents’ divorce and her sister Mina’s struggles with anorexia.
Readers will find a beautifully layered narrative that delves into social themes such as friendship and family dynamics. As Emily faces the shifting bonds in her life, she learns to cope with her sister’s health issues and the evolving nature of her friendship with Hazel. This edition offers an insightful look into the emotional landscape of growing up, making it a relevant read for those interested in juvenile fiction that addresses health and daily living challenges.
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A poignant, charming middle grade novel, perfect for fans of The Thing About Jellyfish and Fish in a Tree. A beautifully layered story about navigating the often shifting bonds of family and friendship, and learning how to put the pieces back together when things fall apart.
Emily Murphy is about to enter middle school. She’s sort of excited…though not nearly as much as her best friend Hazel, who is ready for everything to be new. Emily wishes she and Hazel could just continue on as they always have, being the biggest fans ever of the Unicorn Chronicles, making up dance moves, and getting their regular order at The Slice.
But things are changing. At home, Emily and her mom are learning to move on after her parents’ divorce. Hardest of all, her beloved sister Mina has been in a treatment facility to deal with her anorexia. Emily is eager to have her back, but anxious about her sister getting sick again.
Hazel is changing too. She has new friends from the field hockey team, is starting to wear makeup, and have crushes on boys. Emily is trying to keep up, but she keeps doing and saying the wrong thing. She wants to be the perfect new Emily. But who is that really?
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