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Unbecoming

By Jenny Downham
Edition

Hardcover edition

Publisher Scholastic Imprint David Fickling ISBN

9780545907170

Awards and Honors The Kirkus Prize 2016 Nominee, Young Readers
Publishers Weekly Best Books of 2016, Young Adult
Kirkus Reviews Best Books of 2016, Teen
2017 Rainbow Book List, Young Adult Fiction
YALSA 2017 Best Fiction for Young Adults
2017 CILIP Carnegie Medal Longlist
Booklist Carte Blanche: Columinist’s Choice 2016
2017 USBBY Outstanding International Book List, Grades 9–12

Unbecoming

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CONTENT NOTIFICATIONS

Drugs/Alcohol/Tobacco: Underage Use,Language: Mild Language,Sexual Content: Contact Between Adult and Minor,Sexual Content: Mild Sexual Content/Themes

2017 Stonewall Book Award, Honor
When Katie's grandmother appears after years of mysterious absence, suffering from Alzheimer's, Katie cares for her, bonds with her—and uncovers painful family secrets.
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Mature Young Adult Plus (Grades 11 & Up)

Mature Young Adult Plus

Mature Young Adult Plus (Grades 11 & Up)

For Grades 11 & Up

This 14-book collection features compelling fiction and insightful nonfiction, perfect for older teens seeking more sophisticated storytelling. With thought-provoking themes that push boundaries and explore real-world complexities, these selections serve as a bridge between young adult and adult literature. Some titles may include mature content, strong language, and sensitive topics such as identity, relationships, LGBTQIA+ themes, social issues, sexual abuse, and suicide.

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