Readers will remember Farrin and Sadira long after the final page has been read.- Quill & Quire Starred Review by Ken Setteringon, author of the Stonewall Honor Book Branded by the Pink TriangleĮllis skillfully introduces readers to the social and political backdrop, showing in troubling detail how fear, suspicion, and historical animosities fragment Farrin's world and limit her freedom.Secondary characters provide fascinating windows into other perspectives and call attention to Iran's heterogeneity, creating a multidimensional portrait of corruption and cruelty, resistance and compassion.- The Horn Book Magazine Ellis once again proves she is a master storyteller. STARRED REVIEW Moon at Nine is a riveting tale of young girls being true to themselves and their love, set against a political and cultural backdrop few readers will have first-hand knowledge of. 2015 Ruth & Sylvia Schwartz Children's Book Award nomineeĢ015 Amelia Bloomer Project List selectionĢ015 Cooperative Children's Book Center ChoiceĢ015 Canadian Library Association Young Adult Book Award shortlistĢ015-2016 BC Teen Readers' Choice Stellar Award nomineeĢ014 Quill & Quire Book of the Year selectionĢ014 Canadian Children's Book Centre Best Books for Kids & Teens Starred Selection
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