SYNOPSIS: In fact, he’s sick of arguing with her about faith. Matt is a devout atheist, unafraid of some Judgment Day designed by decidedly human power brokers to keep the masses in check. He works hard, plays hard, and plans on checking out the same way. But a horrific accident—one of his own making—plunges Matt into a dark, silent place where the only thing he can hear is a rumble, and eventually, a voice. And what it says will call everything Matt has ever disbelieved into question. WHY SHOULD YOU CHECK IT OUT? The cover is striking–almost as though someone had smashed a stained glass window. The electric blue zings, making the etched-on title pop even more. Overall, for us, this cover is a huge win! We love looking at it every time we see it. The always amazing young adult author Ellen Hopkins returns for a second time this year! If you missed her earlier February release, TILT, you can still find it in stores. If you haven’t picked up one of her novels before, try CRANK, BURNED, PERFECT, SMOKE or any of the many more gritty contemporary novels. Ellen is also the founder of Ventana Sierra, a nonprofit youth housing and resource initiative. For more information on Ventana Sierra, go to VentanaSierra.org. OTHER YA MAG COVERAGE
EARLY REVIEWS SAY… Hopkins again tackles hot-button subjects through free verse, taking on cyberbullying, censorship, the role of religion, and the difficulties of veterans returning from war. … Hopkins expertly documents Matt’s increasing ability to accept and love others in his life, and eventually himself. (Publishers Weekly) WATCH THE TRAILER NECESSARY DETAILS |