Ellie Engle Saves Herself
Ellie Engle Saves Herself by Leah Johnson, published by National Geographic Books on May 2, 2023, is a 288-page work in English that explores themes of friendship, change, and self-acceptance. The story follows Ellie Engle, a girl who feels invisible in her life, whether at home, at the bakery, or at school alongside her vibrant best friend, Abby. However, everything changes when a freak earthquake grants Ellie the extraordinary ability to bring things back to life with her touch, thrusting her into an unexpected spotlight.
In this narrative, readers will find a blend of humor and heartfelt moments as Ellie navigates the complexities of adolescence and coming of age. The story delves into social themes, including the challenges of growing up and the dynamics of friendship, particularly as Ellie grapples with her newfound powers and her feelings for Abby. As Ellie faces the pressures of middle school, paparazzi, and the expectations of others, she learns about the importance of embracing her true self amidst the chaos.
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From award-winning author Leah Johnson comes a laugh-until-you-cry, cry-until-you-laugh story about friendship, change, and the power we have to love ourselves.
Ellie Engle doesn’t stand out. Not at home, where she’s alone with her pet fish since her dad moved away and her mom has to work around the clock . Not at the bakery, where she helps out old Mr. Walker on the weekends. And definitely not at school, where her best friend Abby—the coolest, boldest, most talented girl in the world—drags Ellie along on her never-ending quest to “make her mark.” To someone else, a life in the shadows might seem boring, or lonely. But not to Ellie. As long as she has Abby by her side and a comic book in her hand, she’s quite content.
Too bad life didn’t bother checking in with Ellie. Because when a freak earthquake hits her small town, Ellie wakes up with the power to bring anything back to life with just her touch. And when a video of her using her powers suddenly goes viral, Ellie’s life goes somewhere she never imagined—or wanted: straight into the spotlight.
Surviving middle school is hard enough. Surviving middle school when paparazzi are camped out on your front lawn and an international pop singer wants you to use your powers on live tv and you might be in love with your best friend but she doesn’t know it? Absolutely impossible.
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