Everything Everything
Yoon, N. (2015). Everything everything. NY: Delacorte Press. Madeline is trapped in her house because she is allergic to the outside. Everything changes when Olly moves in next door. She convinces her nurse to let Olly come over and that leads to Madeline realizing that she is not going to settle for this kind of life anymore. Madeline and Olly run away to Hawaii. When readers will think they have the end figured out, there is a huge twist to the story. Madeline was never sick! I was so caught up in this love story. Then I was more that furious with Madeline's mother when I realized that Madeline's illness was all a lie! Readers will not want to put this book down! Madeline is a strong character that we root for throughout the book. Readers may connect with having an illness or Olly's dysfunctional family. This is a book that will make you feel sadness, happiness, and anger. This book is on the Best Fiction for Young Adults list and it's a must read!
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Other books to read:
None of the Above by I.W. Gregorio – This moving novel is about the experiences of an intersex teen.
Extraordinary Means by Robyn Schneider – This book is about the bittersweet romance between two teens dealing with a deadly illness.
Kristan thinks Everything, Everything will appeal to Rainbow Rowell fans and also recommends:
Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli – This witty glbt romance features stylized emails and other flirty banter similar to Everything, Everything.
I think you’ll also like:
Say What You Will by Cammie McGovern – This emotional read features different types of disability experiences and some romance.
The Last Leaves Falling by Sarah Benwell – This is my current read, and while I haven’t finished it yet I think it fits here. It’s about a Japanese teen with a fatal disease. He’s isolated somewhat like Maddy and strikes up online friendships.
Tell Me Again How a Crush Should Feel by Sara Farizan – This humorous lgbt romance also features strong supportive friendships.
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