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Jumper
by Melanie Crowder
challenging
emotional
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Definitely a topic that I don't see covered in YA almost ever. About a girl who decides to become a smoke jumper to help fight wildfires. And she has type 1 diabetes and is interested in women! We are here for that representation. I actually didn't a lot about the way that people fight wildfires, either, so that whole aspect of the book was interesting.
Outside of that, the main plot wasn't super original, and it was a bit predictable. But I think this book would be a great recommendation for teens that are reluctant readers. It's fast-paced with a lot of action, and there's a bit of a survival aspect to it as well. Not a bad overall read!
Outside of that, the main plot wasn't super original, and it was a bit predictable. But I think this book would be a great recommendation for teens that are reluctant readers. It's fast-paced with a lot of action, and there's a bit of a survival aspect to it as well. Not a bad overall read!
Graphic: Ableism, Death, Fire/Fire injury