Reviewed by: BigAl
Genre: Contemporary Fiction/Thriller
Approximate word count: 65-70,000 words
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Author:
Debra Borys
is a freelance writer and editor who has spent over twelve years as a volunteer
for programs to help disadvantaged youth. For more, visit her website or the
website for her series.
Description:
“Snow
Ramirez hasn’t trusted anyone in a very long time, not even herself. Memories
of her childhood on Washington’s Yakama Reservation haunt her even on the
streets of Chicago. When her squat mate Blitz slits his own throat in front of
her, she knows it’s time to convince someone to trust her instincts. Blitz may
have been diagnosed bi-polar, like Snow herself, but no way would he have offed
himself like that if the shrink he’d been seeing hadn’t bent his mind
completely out of shape.”
Appraisal:
Although
the story of Bend Me, Shape Me is an
engrossing thriller and a satisfying read for that reason alone, what I found
most interesting was the light it shines on the issues faced by homeless kids.
Sure, the book has the normal disclaimers about not being about real people,
and I believe that. But prominent in the author’s bio is her experience working
with organizations that help such kids. I’ve got to believe the issues,
experiences, and difficulties of runaways and throwaways are depicted
accurately, even though the specific personalities and characteristics of the
kids in the story are made up.
FYI:
Some adult
language.
Format/Typo Issues:
No
significant issues
Rating: **** Four stars
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