The songs lead the reader into the story linking the past to the present and in so doing, build a fragile connection between a mother and a daughter. Songs for a Teenage Nomad: “Both music and words flow beautifully throughout Songs for a Teenage Nomad. She believes books make the world a better place. The major strength here is in the literary quality of the writing, although teens may be more interested in the characters’ relationship.” - Kirkus Kim Culbertson is the author of the teen novels THE WONDER OF US (Scholastic 2017), THE POSSIBILITY OF NOW (Scholastic 2016), CATCH A FALLING STAR (Scholastic 2014), INSTRUCTIONS FOR A BROKEN HEART (Sourcebooks 2011), and SONGS FOR A TEENAGE NOMAD (Sourcebooks 2010). The author has a flair for evocative descriptions. If youre expecting a cute romance between the two. Instructions for a Broken Heart: “Culbertson balances the story between teen angst and a nice Italian travelogue. A girl gets hired to pretend to be some Zac Efron wannabes fake girlfriend. The Liberation of Max McTrue: “Beautifully written, honest, witty, heart-achingly good” - FRAGMENTS OF LIFE book blog Price New from Used from Kindle 'Please retry' 5.

Both a cautionary tale against convention as well as an invitation to take uncharacteristic strides forward, this will hit close to home for many teens.” - BooklistĬatch a Falling Star: “Culbertson writes with sensitivity and sympathy, crafting an entertaining but perceptive character study.” -Kirkus Catch a Falling Star Preloaded Digital Audio Player Unabridged by Kim Culbertson(Author), Andrew Eiden(Narrator), Erin Spencer(Narrator)& 0more 4.5 out of 5 stars139 ratings See all formats and editions Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. The Possibility of Now: “Culbertson has once again crafted a cast of relatable teen characters and experiences and constructed a story reinforcing the idea that perfect isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. The novel itself is a beautiful wonder, and I would follow Riya and Abby anywhere.” -Jennifer Niven, New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places and Holding Up the Universe and Kim Culbertson's Catch a Falling Star, a deliciously charming novel about seventeenyearold Carter Moon finding true love. “ The Wonder of Us is an epic journey of love and friendship, forgiveness and possibility.

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