by Liz Kessler
First published 2022
Shona struggles to speak up for herself at school. She watches other students voice their opinions while she stays quiet, even when she disagrees or has ideas to share. Her silence frustrates her, but finding the courage to change feels impossible. When situations arise that demand her participation, Shona must decide whether to remain in the background or step forward. She discovers that having something important to say means nothing if she cannot bring herself to say it. The story follows her journey from observer to participant as she learns that her thoughts and feelings matter. Shona realizes that finding her voice means more than just speaking louder.
Genres: fiction, contemporary, young-adult
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, personal-growth
57 pages · Library Binding · Bound to Stay Bound Books