This One Summer

By Mariko Tamaki, Jillian Tamaki (Illustrator)

A summer getaway turns into a life-altering journey of secrets and danger.

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324 pages· 8,130 words· Est. 1 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Every summer, Rose escapes to Awago Beach with her family and best friend, Windy. But this year, her parents' constant fighting and a local teen's dangerous secret disrupt their refuge. As Rose and Windy navigate the turmoil, they face a summer of unexpected challenges and revelations. Will their friendship withstand the storm, and what truths will they uncover about themselves and the world around them? Dive into a poignant tale of growing up, where innocence meets reality, and every moment is a step towards understanding life's complexities.

From the publisher

A New York Times bestsellerA 2015 Caldecott Honor BookA 2015 Michael L. Printz Honor BookAn Eisner Award WinnerEvery summer, Rose goes with her mom and dad to a lake house in Awago Beach. It’s their getaway, their refuge. Rosie’s friend Windy is always there, too, like the little sister she never had. But this summer is different. Rose’s mom and dad won’t stop fighting, and when Rose and Windy seek a distraction from the drama, they find themselves with a whole new set of problems. One of the local teens - just a couple of years older than Rose and Windy - is caught up in something bad… Something life threatening.It’s a summer of secrets, and sorrow, and growing up, and it’s a good thing Rose and Windy have each other. This One Summer is a tremendously exciting new teen graphic novel from two creators with true literary clout. Cousins Mariko and Jillian Tamaki, the team behind Skim, have collaborated on this gorgeous, heartbreaking, and ultimately hopeful story about a girl on the cusp of childhood - a story of renewal and revelation.This title has Common Core connections.