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Dust | Dusti Bowling
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A girl who struggles to breathe befriends a boy who seems shrouded in dust, in this unmissable tour de force from bestselling and award-winning author Dusti Bowling. After Avalyn nearly died from an asthma attack, her parents moved her to the clear, dry air of Clear Canyon City, Arizona. And for the last ten years, shes been able to breathe. That is, until Adam showed up. Quiet and unkempt, Adam is an instant target for the bullies who have plagued Avalyn and her friends. As Avalyn gets to know him, she begins to suspect that the sudden, strange increase in dust storms around town are somehow connected to his emotions. She thinks his problems may be even worse at home, especially when massive black walls of dust start rolling in after the school day. Will she find a way to stand up for her new friend? Her life may just depend on it. Dusti Bowling delivers a page-turning, powerful, and poignant novel of friendship, courage, and healing, perfect for readers of Kimberly Brubaker Bradley, Lynda Mullaly Hunt, and Erin Entrada Kelly.
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Daisey
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Dusti Bowling‘s books tend to tackle some tough topics and this one is no exception. Avalyn deals with life threatening asthma and allergies while also trying to get to know Adam, a new student in her class (TW in comments) who somehow seems connected to the dust storms. Avalyn loves words and is studying for the spelling bee. Each chapter includes interesting and relevant words she practices.

#MiddleGrade #WeirdWords #WeirdWordWednesday

Daisey TW: Although it‘s never stated explicitly, Avalyn realizes Adam is being sexually abused by his uncle that he now lives with after the death of other family members. Additionally, there is quite a lot of bullying. (edited) 3mo
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Daisey
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I just finished Free Throws, Friendship, and Other Things We Fouled Up, and today I started Dust. Both include characters that just moved to town.

#MiddleGrade #MiddleGradeMonday #NewKidInTown

Daisey My review of Free Throws, Friendship, and . . . 🔗 https://litsy.com/p/SmtqTmVwNUx3 (edited) 3mo
Karisimo Nice picks!! 3mo
Daisey My review of Dust 🔗 https://litsy.com/p/QXVqbUtXVEd2 3mo
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Nebklvr
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Asthma, bullying, and abuse. This novel covers some very hard topics in a very readable way. The protagonist experienced growth and used her voice to change the bad things around her. Love this author.

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GirlNamedJesse
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There aren‘t many higher compliments for me than “I read this in a day because I could NOT put it down.” I love the possible sci-fi elements and Avalyn‘s extreme empathy. I appreciated the terrifying asthma rep (and food allergy rep!). And I am so grateful for this book‘s message. ❤️