This One Summer

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Coming-of-age graphic novel about friendship & family.

This One Summer could be a good read for young adults who enjoy graphic novels and stories about navigating the complexities of growing up. The book's most unique and distinctive feature is its ability to capture the nuances of adolescence, including the ups and downs of friendships and family relationships. Readers can expect a realistic and poignant portrayal of the challenges of coming-of-age, as well as the comfort and support that comes with close friendships.

  • Caldecott Medal Nominee (2015)
  • Harvey Awards Nominee for Best Graphic Album Original, Best Artist (for Jillian Tamaki) (2015)
  • Michael L. Printz Award Nominee (2015)
  • Governor General's Literary Awards / Prix littéraires du Gouverneur général for Children's Literature — Illustration (2014)
  • Gran Guinigi for Best writer (2014)
  • Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards for Best Graphic Album-New (2015)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Graphic Novels & Comics (2014)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

This One Summer

Regular price RM50.90 MYR
Unit price
per
ISBN: 9781596437746
Publisher: First Second
Date of Publication: 2014-05-06
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.69
(rated by 83115 readers)

Description

AN UNFORGETTABLE SUMMER.Rose and her parents have been going to Awago Beach since she was a little girl. It's her summer getaway, her refuge. Her friend Windy is always there, too, like the little sister she never had, completing her summer family. But this summer is different. Rose's mom and dad won't stop fighting, and Rose and Windy have gotten tangled up in a tragedy-in-the-making in the small town of Awago Beach. It's a summer of secrets and heartache, and it's a good thing Rose and Windy have each other. In This One Summer, cousins Mariko Tamaki and Jillian Tamaki, the team behind the award-winning Skim, redefine the teen graphic novel. Gorgeous, heartbreaking, and ultimately hopeful, This One Summer is a vibrant view into girlhood and growing up.
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Coming-of-age graphic novel about friendship & family.

This One Summer could be a good read for young adults who enjoy graphic novels and stories about navigating the complexities of growing up. The book's most unique and distinctive feature is its ability to capture the nuances of adolescence, including the ups and downs of friendships and family relationships. Readers can expect a realistic and poignant portrayal of the challenges of coming-of-age, as well as the comfort and support that comes with close friendships.

  • Caldecott Medal Nominee (2015)
  • Harvey Awards Nominee for Best Graphic Album Original, Best Artist (for Jillian Tamaki) (2015)
  • Michael L. Printz Award Nominee (2015)
  • Governor General's Literary Awards / Prix littéraires du Gouverneur général for Children's Literature — Illustration (2014)
  • Gran Guinigi for Best writer (2014)
  • Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards for Best Graphic Album-New (2015)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee for Graphic Novels & Comics (2014)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.