Fight + Flight
Fight + Flight by Jules Machias, published by HarperCollins Publishers in 2022, is a 400-page work that explores the transformative power of friendship among middle schoolers. The narrative follows Avery Hart, who faces the challenges of hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and Sarah Bell, who struggles with intense panic attacks. As both girls navigate their personal battles, they find solace and strength in each other, particularly during a traumatic school incident that brings their fears to the forefront.
Readers will discover a poignant story that delves into themes of health, emotions, and the complexities of adolescence. The book addresses issues such as physical impairments and mental health, highlighting how unexpected connections can foster resilience. Through their journey, Avery and Sarah learn to confront their fears and redefine their strengths, making this edition a thoughtful exploration of friendship and personal growth in the face of adversity.
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*2023 Rainbow List Book*
Jules Machias, author of Indie Next List Pick Both Can Be True, delivers another inspiring story about how an unexpected friendship transforms the lives of two middle schoolers.
Avery Hart lives for the thrill and speed of her dirt bike and the pounding thump of her drum kit. But after she’s diagnosed with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, a disease that affects her joints, Avery splits her time between endless physical therapy and worrying that her fun and independence are over for good.
Sarah Bell is familiar with worry, too. For months, she’s been having intense panic attacks. No matter how much she pours her anxiety into making art, she can’t seem to get a grip on it, and she’s starting to wonder if she’ll be this way forever.
Just as both girls are reaching peak fear about what their futures hold, their present takes a terrifying turn when their school is seemingly attacked by gunmen. Though they later learn it was an active shooter drill, the traumatic experience bonds the girls together in a friendship that will change the way they view their perceived weaknesses–and help them find strength, and more, in each other.
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