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Simon Sort of Says

Simon Sort of Says

Published in
2023
4.32
on Goodreads (3,257)

Description

Simon O’Keeffe’s biggest claim to fame should be the time his dad accidentally gave a squirrel a holy sacrament. Or maybe the alpaca disaster that went viral on YouTube. But the story the whole world wants to tell about Simon is the one he’d do anything to forget: the story in which he’s the only kid in his class who survived a school shooting. Two years after the infamous event, twelve-year-old Simon and his family move to the National Quiet Zone—the only place in America where the internet is banned. Instead of talking about Simon, the astronomers who flock to the area are busy listening for signs of life in space. And when Simon makes a friend who’s determined to give the scientists what they’re looking for, he’ll finally have the chance to spin a new story for the world to tell. From award-winning author Erin Bow, Simon Sort of Says is a breathtaking testament to the lasting echoes of trauma, the redemptive power of humor, and the courage it takes to move forward without forgetting the past.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
320 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Inspires creativity and imagination
  • Explores the importance of friendship and identity
  • Provides an exciting adventure that keeps readers engaged
  • Introduces elements of magic and wizardry in a school setting