The Thing About Jellyfish (National Book Award Finalist)
Books | Juvenile Fiction / Social Themes / Death, Grief, Bereavement
3.9
(2.1K)
Ali Benjamin
This stunning debut novel about grief and wonder was an instant New York Times bestseller and captured widespread critical acclaim, including selection as a 2015 National Book Award finalist! After her best friend dies in a drowning accident, Suzy is convinced that the true cause of the tragedy must have been a rare jellyfish sting—things don't just happen for no reason. Retreating into a silent world of imagination, she crafts a plan to prove her theory—even if it means traveling the globe, alone. Suzy's achingly heartfelt journey explores life, death, the astonishing wonder of the universe...and the potential for love and hope right next door. Oddlot Entertainment has acquired the screen rights to The Thing About Jellyfish, with Gigi Pritzker set to produce with Bruna Papandrea and Reese Witherspoon.
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More Details:
Author
Ali Benjamin
Pages
352
Publisher
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Published Date
2015-09-22
ISBN
0316380830 9780316380836
Ratings
Google: 5
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"I could read it again soooo good"
carlyyy
"She’s so me"
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"Short chapters and past character plots along with present ones. I related to the main character Suzy with friendship struggles "
Teslacobra
"my comfort book"
abby lynn
"A nice read to finish super quick, i cried alot. 5/5"
Zoe Fan-Shook
"Beautiful book "
Melisa Perez
"I have read this book at least 5 times in the past 3 years it's that good."
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Allison
"I love this book so much. It’s definitely worth a read."
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Samarah
"Read it a while ago, but as someone who struggles with life and emotional issues, this book was amazing, and so relatable "
Angelina Evers
"you’re welcome, this is one of my favorites!"
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