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An inspiring debut middle grade novel-in-verse about Rain, who must overcome sadness after her all-star brother is badly beaten up at a frat party. Genesis Begins Again meets Brown Girl Dreaming in this powerful story of perseverance, family, and hope.

A gorgeous debut: a necessary, cathartic, immersive healing experience.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“In this gut-wrenching verse novel by debut author Comrie, thirteen-year-old City Middle School student Rain Washington grapples with the aftermath of a violent racist attack. . . . Comrie sensitively tackles myriad topics, including colorism, fiscal scarcity, and structural racism, as well as their effects on mental health, in this impressive volume. —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“This lovingly crafted novel-in-verse is a much-needed reminder that compassion, both for oneself and oth

Rain Rising

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    A Hardback by Courtne Comrie, Angel Pean

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      Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 27/09/2022
      ISBN13: 9780063159730, 978-0063159730
      ISBN10: 0063159732

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      An inspiring debut middle grade novel-in-verse about Rain, who must overcome sadness after her all-star brother is badly beaten up at a frat party. Genesis Begins Again meets Brown Girl Dreaming in this powerful story of perseverance, family, and hope.

      A gorgeous debut: a necessary, cathartic, immersive healing experience.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

      “In this gut-wrenching verse novel by debut author Comrie, thirteen-year-old City Middle School student Rain Washington grapples with the aftermath of a violent racist attack. . . . Comrie sensitively tackles myriad topics, including colorism, fiscal scarcity, and structural racism, as well as their effects on mental health, in this impressive volume. —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

      “This lovingly crafted novel-in-verse is a much-needed reminder that compassion, both for oneself and oth

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