Adrian Fogelinová píše pro středoškoláky a mladé dospělé čtenáře. Její díla se často zabývají složitými mezilidskými vztahy a hledáním identity v náročných životních situacích. Fogelinová vyniká ve vytváření realistických postav a dialogů, které čtenáře vtahují do příběhu.
Focusing on a young girl's journey, the narrative explores her struggles and victories in the quest for belonging and stability. Following the success of "Crossing Jordan," the author delves into themes of resilience and the search for a place to call home, highlighting the emotional challenges and growth that accompany her experiences.
Set against the backdrop of a bustling flea market, twelve-year-old Rox and her grandmother Mimi work together each weekend to help support their family. With cousin John Martin juggling his roles as a construction worker and college student, their efforts reflect the strength of familial bonds and the challenges of making ends meet. This heartwarming narrative explores themes of resilience, community, and the importance of intergenerational relationships.
The narrative centers on a young white girl navigating her family's prejudices as she forms a friendship with a black girl in a small, working-class town. This coming-of-age story explores themes of cultural differences and personal growth, highlighting the transformative power of friendship. Accompanied by illustrations, it captures the challenges and triumphs of their bond against the backdrop of societal expectations.
Justin grapples with profound loneliness, retreating into a mental state he refers to as "the Big Nothing." The narrative balances serious themes with humor, offering a seemingly straightforward tale that reveals deeper complexities. This engaging story is likely to resonate with readers, as highlighted by its enthusiastic reception in reviews.
The narrative follows thirteen-year-old Socko as he navigates the upheaval of moving from a cramped tenement to a half-built suburban neighborhood. This transition challenges his understanding of home and belonging, forcing him to confront the complexities of his new environment and the changes in his life. The story explores themes of adaptation, identity, and the stark contrasts between urban and suburban living.
Justin geht immer dann in „das große Nichts“ über, einen Zustand, in dem er völlig in sich selbst verschwindet, wenn er lieber nicht da wäre, wo er gerade ist. Wenn er verdrängen will, dass sein Vater die Familie verlassen hat, sein Bruder jetzt bei der Armee ist und sein bester Freund nur noch Zeit für seine neue Freundin hat. Doch die Leere füllt sich, als er seine Mitschülerin Jemmie besser kennenlernt und Mithilfe ihrer lebensklugen Großmutter in seinem inneren Chaos schließlich ein großes Talent für Musik entdeckt.
Award-winning author Adrian Fogelin follows up her critically acclaimed novel CROSSING JORDAN with the story of a young girl's trials and triumphs as she tries to find a home. With warmth and humor, Fogelin has created a memorable character in Anna, who must deal with the loss of her family and adjust to living in a foster home. Feeling abandoned and alone, Anna turns to her closest companion, her explorer journal. With the help of a scrawny new friend named Eb, Anna discovers a sense of belonging...and her own place in the world.
