Booktalk: Heaven by Angela Johnson
Heaven
Heaven, Ohio, is exactly that to 14-year-old Marley until a strange letter appears and reveals that no one in her perfect little family is who she thinks they are. Could this one moment change everything forever?
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This is book one of a trilogy.
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Angela Johnson is a master of character and place and this is no exception. Each character here is fully realized and complex.
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Though well-known for African-American teen fiction, Johnson’s work rarely feels exclusive and will appeal to readers of all races and creeds.
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The historical element is awesome!
