Jandy Nelson

I'll Give You the Sun

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Jandy Nelson
Recommended by: DeRay Mckesson
The novel takes the dual narrative perspectives of two artistic twin sisters, as they struggle to find truth in the tumultuous throes of adolescence, family tragedy, and personal identity. Making for a vivid emotional journey through the high-stakes experimentation of artistic expression, sibling rivalries, and self-actualization. Moving skillfully between past and present, the story reveals the profound connections and secrets that define the sibling relationship and the individual paths toward healing and acceptance.