MMGM: The Thing about Jellyfish by Ali Benjamin
THE THING ABOUT JELLYFISH by Ali Benjamin Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2015 ISBN: 9780316380867 Middle Grade Contemporary Ages 9-12 Source: public library All opinions expressed are solely my own. ABOUT THE BOOK This stunning debut novel about grief and wonder was an instantNew York Times bestseller and captured widespread critical acclaim, including selection as a 2015 National Book Award finalist! After her best friend dies in a drowning accident, Suzy is convinced that the true cause of the tragedy must have been a rare jellyfish sting-things don't just happen for no reason. Retreating into a silent world of imagination, she crafts a plan to prove her theory--even if it means traveling the globe, alone. Suzy's achingly heartfelt journey explores life, death, the astonishing wonder of the universe...and the potential for love and hope right next door. REVIEW I've put off reading The Thing about Jellyfish , despite the many good things I...