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A novel-in-verse about a young girl coming-of-age and stepping out of the shadow of her former best friend. Perfect for readers of Elizabeth Acevedo and Nikki Grimes.
She looks me hard in my eyes
& my knees lock into tree trunks
My eyes don't dance like my heartbeat racing
They stare straight back hot daggers.
I remember things will never be the same.
I remember things.
With gritty and heartbreaking honesty, Mahogany L. Browne delivers a novel-in-verse about broken promises, fast rumors, and when growing up means growing apart from your best friend.
"[Browne's] clear, descriptive word choices conjure vivid images and sharp feelings that pair well with the conversational flow, making the story accessible and appealing to reluctant readers...A coming-of-age novel for Black girls who have been told they're too much and yet never enough." - Kirkus Reviews
"Browne stirs up images that illuminate Skyy's vibrant neighborhood...and engage the senses...Browne's exploration of a teen finding herself moves rapidly, while Skyy's journey toward self-love pulls at the heart." - Publishers Weekly
"Readers will find the changing friendships relatable, though they may want more character development, especially for Skyy...A contemporary look at changing teenage friendships and finding ways to accept yourself." - Library Journal
"Mahogany L. Browne's debut YA is an absolute masterpiece. It will leave you breathless." - Elizabeth Acevedo, New York Times bestselling author of The Poet X
"A story about heart and backbone, and one only Mahogany L. Browne could bring forth." - Jason Reynolds, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Long Way Down
"A profound reminder that sometimes the most revolutionary thing a girl can be is herself." - Nic Stone, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dear Martin
"Browne's poignant writing will undoubtedly bring readers back to her stories again and again." -Renée Watson, New York Times bestselling author
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Mahogany L. Browne is writer, organizer & educator. Currently the Artistic Director of Urban Word NYC, Browne has received literary fellowships from Air Serenbe, Cave Canem, Poets House & Rauschenberg. She hosts/curates the Nuyorican Poets Cafe Friday Night Slam Series and has authored: Black Girl Magic (Roaring Brook/Macmillan), Kissing Caskets (Yes Yes Books), Dear Twitter (Penmanship Books), Smudge (Button Poetry), and Redbone (Willow Books).
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