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Review Of Jandy Nelson's I Ll Give You The Sun

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It’s hard to imagine the toll grief has on our lives, our emotional well being ,and our decisions. Jandy Nelson’s I’ll Give You the Sun written from the perspective of struggling twin artists,Noah and Jude is captivating. The “picture” perfect book captures the cold and sometimes troubled issues teens, and young adults face every day.
Jude's visions of her grandmother, force the reader to question their perspective on reality. Is her grandmother merely a phantom or a reflection of her deepest desires? Does Jude truly believe in the power of superstition or cling to superstition because she wants to believe it is real?
Noah struggles with young love and self acceptance. His desires have led him to love the kid next-door but what will he do

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