Suzy Vitello writes with a sense of urgency and immediacy that resonates with young adult readers. Her works delve into complex emotions and relationships, often immersing readers in the world of adolescence with sensitivity and insight. The author explores themes of identity and coming-of-age with a distinctive voice that is both empathetic and thought-provoking. Her narratives are known for their ability to capture the essence of teenage life.
A courageous girl embarks on a journey to uncover the secrets of her past, aiming to shape her future. As she navigates through challenges and revelations, she discovers the power of her history and the impact it has on her identity. This captivating narrative weaves themes of bravery, self-discovery, and the importance of understanding one's roots, offering readers an engaging exploration of personal growth and resilience.
In a poignant exploration of personal growth and resilience, the narrative unfolds through the intimate entries of a diary. The protagonist navigates the complexities of life, grappling with relationships, self-discovery, and the passage of time. Each entry reveals raw emotions and insights, offering readers a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs that shape the journey toward understanding oneself. Themes of vulnerability, hope, and the power of reflection resonate throughout, making it a compelling read for anyone seeking connection and inspiration.
Set against the backdrop of a devastating earthquake in Portland, the story follows siblings Morgan, Olivia, and Sherman as they navigate the chaos and destruction caused by the Cascadia Subduction Zone quake. With their family in disarray, they must rely on each other to survive and find a way to rebuild their lives amidst the challenges posed by one of the worst natural disasters in history. The narrative explores themes of resilience and familial bonds in the face of adversity.
A forensic artist confronts a crime against her own family, while MAGA politics, racism and violence rage in a small town in the Bitterroot Mountains of Idaho. Set in the fictional town of Steeplejack, nestled in the Bitterroot Mountains, Hazel Mackenzie provides law enforcement with sketch art and victim reconstruction following suspected crimes. Trouble strikes twice when her husband dies in an accident and then soon after, her gay twin brother Kento is shot by a member of Steeplejack's growing anti-LBGTQ community during a gender reveal party for his child. Secrets boil up. First an ugly secret about her late husband. Then Hazel finds letters written by her great-grandfather during the second world war when as a first-generation Japanese-American serving in the US military, the rest of the family was interned in a prison-like camp. Now, some eighty years later, the same racism and prejudice threaten to strip Kento and his husband of their basic rights to their baby. Hazel must now confront her own intergenerational trauma as she battles for herself, her brother, and a town that has been torn apart by hate.