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Description
One is a young adult novel written in free verse that centers on conjoined twins Grace and Tippi as they leave their homeschooled life to attend high school for the first time. The story follows the sisters as they navigate teenage friendships, school routines, and a looming decision that will shape their futures. The book has won several awards, including the Carnegie Medal, the YA Book Prize, and the Children's Books Ireland Book of the Year Award, and is targeted at readers in grades 9-12.
Quick Summary
One pulls you into the lives of twin sisters who share everything, even a body, and the shocking choice they face when the world finally sees them. Kids will love the witty banter between Grace and Tippi, the thrill of navigating high-school drama, and the heart-wrenching decision that flips the story on its head. If your kid likes the empathy-rich story of Wonder, they'll find One just as compelling. It's best suited for teens in grades 9-12, though advanced middle-school readers with a high reading level can enjoy it too.