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Some of the Parts
by Hannah Barnaby
Tallie blames herself for her brother's death. And when she finds out that he was an organ donor, she does what every bereaved sister would do; sets out to find his parts.
Some of the Parts is the best book that I have read in quite some time. Barnaby accurately conveys the grief that a family suffers after the loss of a child. The characters come alive as we get to know Tallie and her family. Tallie is all at once fragile and strong. Hopeful and resigned. A good daughter and awful friend. The truth in this novel is so poignant that I believe we can all learn a little humanity from reading Tallie's story.
Although this book might be too complex for some middle school students, I have ordered it for the library. If just one student is comforted by Tallie's journey, it will be worth it.
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