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Jumper by Melanie Crowder
3.0
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!

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