Why We Fly
Why We Fly by Kimberly Jones, published by Sourcebooks, Incorporated in 2021, is a young adult fiction novel that explores themes of friendship, privilege, and social issues through the lens of sports and protest. The story follows lifelong best friends Eleanor and Chanel as they navigate the challenges of their senior year, including Eleanor’s recovery from a concussion and Chanel’s struggles with college applications. Their bond is tested when Eleanor begins dating the star quarterback, Three, leading to tensions between the friends.
As the cheer squad decides to take a knee during the season’s first football game, the situation escalates, drawing national attention and complicating their friendship further. Readers will find a narrative that delves into the complexities of adolescent life, including issues related to drugs, alcohol, and racism, while highlighting the importance of solidarity and support. This edition spans 320 pages and is presented in English, offering a thoughtful examination of the characters’ dilemmas and the societal pressures they face.
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Sydney Taylor Book Award Notable book in the Young Adult category
From the New York Times bestselling authors of I’m Not Dying with You Tonight comes a story about friendship, privilege, sports, and protest.
With a rocky start to senior year, cheerleaders and lifelong best friends Eleanor and Chanel have a lot on their minds. Eleanor is still in physical therapy months after a serious concussion from a failed cheer stunt. Chanel starts making questionable decisions to deal with the mounting pressure of college applications. But they have each other’s backs–just as always, until Eleanor’s new relationship with star quarterback Three starts a rift between them.
Then, the cheer squad decides to take a knee at the season’s first football game, and what seemed like a positive show of solidarity suddenly shines a national spotlight on the team–and becomes the reason for a larger fallout between the girls. As Eleanor and Chanel grapple with the weight of the consequences as well as their own problems, can the girls rely on the friendship they’ve always shared?
Praise for I’m Not Dying with You Tonight:
A Barnes & Noble Book Club Pick
“Compelling and powerful”–Angie Thomas, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Hate U Give
“A vital addition to the YA race relations canon.”–Nic Stone, New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin
“Important reading for both teenagers and adults.”–Hello Giggles
“Not to be missed.”–Paste Magazine
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