Wild and Crooked

by Leah Thomas

[shannonmiz]

You can find the full review and all the fancy and/or randomness that accompanies it at It Starts at Midnight .

This book is an absolute can't-miss. That is it, you need to read it. It is so wonderfully quirky and completely full of heart. There is diversity bursting at the damn seams, and it features one of the best platonic friendships I have ever had the pleasure to read about. There's discussion about a crapton of social issues that are really important for kids to read about. Gus and Kalyn's families both play such a huge part in the book too, and their stories are equally important.  I am keeping this short and sweet because there isn't much more to say- it's so much about the evolving relationship and debunking stereotypes. You just need to experience the thing, okay? Great.

Bottom Line: You need Gus and Kalyn in your life so... go forth and obtain them!