House Arrest
Ratings10
Average rating4.3
Excellent, moving story, and creatively done. My daughter picked this book out at the bookstore. I tell ya, she's got a knack for picking good ones!
*3.5 stars. Would have been a solid 4 or even 4.5, but I was not a fan of the ending (the last segment of plot OR the last page. Honestly I can't tell you which disappointed me more.).
As someone who had a trach, and was treated at Cincinnati Childrens and on the Complex Airway Unit, I couldn't help but have a special place in my heart for this story. But it's more than just a story about a family. It challenges our view of our youth. It challenges our view of right and wrong. It challenges. And I'm grateful for that. If I were a teacher, I'd make it a part of my curriculum. Because I'm not, I'm planning to just do my best to make all of my friends read it instead.
4.5
A quick read, but it sure packs a punch.
More than just a “middle” grade book- this is suitable and applicable for all.
If you work with kiddos and already worry about the things they endure, just be ready for this one to hurt.