Book Review - Salvage the Bones

** I just completed a Young Adult literature course and have read and reviewed several materials using a new format. This review follows a template given to me by my professor.**

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Name: Christopher M. Jimenez	Media Format: Book (ebook)
Title: Salvage the Bones	Genre: Ethnic, Strong Female Lead, Realistic Fiction, Tragedy
Author: Jesmyn Ward	Selection Source: ALA Alex Award 2012
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA	Recommended Audience Age: 16 - Adult
-	Reading Recommendation: 3
-	Curriculum Connections: Weather, History, Cultural Studies, Health

Review

Esh and her family prepare for hurricane Katrina while dealing with a difficult family situation. Esh just finds out she is pregnant at the age of fourteen and struggles with the realization that her life has changed. Her brother, Skeetah, feebly tries to keep his pit-bull puppies alive for sale. The entire family suffers from the loss of their mother.

Evaluation

This tragic tale allows the reader to enter a world that may be different from their own. In the classroom, discussions may center on hurricane Katrina’s terrifying events. This novel also opens potential discussions on teenage pregnancy and preventative measures.