Coming-Of-Age Archives - The Bookish Elf https://www.bookishelf.com/category/fiction/coming-of-age/ Everything about Books and Reading Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:12:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://www.bookishelf.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/logo-7549440.jpg Coming-Of-Age Archives - The Bookish Elf https://www.bookishelf.com/category/fiction/coming-of-age/ 32 32 144235496 The Island by Brian Conte https://www.bookishelf.com/the-island-by-brian-conte/ https://www.bookishelf.com/the-island-by-brian-conte/?noamp=mobile#respond Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:12:45 +0000 https://www.bookishelf.com/?p=15264 Explore the captivating tale of survival and self-discovery in Brian Conte's debut novel "The Island." Follow ten-year-old Zeb's journey as he confronts his deepest fears on a deserted island. This review delves into the novel's themes of resilience, bravery, and the nature of growing up.

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]]> https://www.bookishelf.com/the-island-by-brian-conte/feed/ 0 15264 The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali https://www.bookishelf.com/the-lion-women-of-tehran-by-marjan-kamali/ https://www.bookishelf.com/the-lion-women-of-tehran-by-marjan-kamali/?noamp=mobile#respond Tue, 10 Sep 2024 13:52:38 +0000 https://www.bookishelf.com/?p=14990 Discover the heart-wrenching tale of friendship, loyalty, and resilience in Marjan Kamali's "The Lion Women of Tehran." It explores the rich cultural backdrop of Iran, the struggles of two women, and the fight for freedom in a society marked by political turmoil and gender inequality.

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]]> https://www.bookishelf.com/the-lion-women-of-tehran-by-marjan-kamali/feed/ 0 14990 One Decision Away by D. M. Carney https://www.bookishelf.com/one-decision-away-by-d-m-carney/ https://www.bookishelf.com/one-decision-away-by-d-m-carney/?noamp=mobile#respond Sat, 07 Sep 2024 00:26:35 +0000 https://www.bookishelf.com/?p=14986 Explore the gripping young adult novel "One Decision Away" by DM Carney, a tale of young love, life-altering decisions, and the enduring impact of loss. This book delves into the intense romance, the vibrant Bronx setting, and a mother's emotional quest for truth after tragedy.

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]]> https://www.bookishelf.com/one-decision-away-by-d-m-carney/feed/ 0 14986 Almond by Sohn Won-Pyung https://www.bookishelf.com/almond-by-sohn-won-pyung/ https://www.bookishelf.com/almond-by-sohn-won-pyung/?noamp=mobile#respond Sat, 10 Aug 2024 11:21:04 +0000 https://www.bookishelf.com/?p=14300 In a world that often feels devoid of empathy, Sohn Won-pyung’s “Almond” arrives like a gentle reminder of our shared humanity. This isn’t just another coming-of-age story; it’s a deeply affecting exploration of what it means to feel, to connect, and to truly see one another. As I turned the final page, I found myself […]

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]]> https://www.bookishelf.com/almond-by-sohn-won-pyung/feed/ 0 14300 Deep Fried by Mark Doyon https://www.bookishelf.com/deep-fried-by-mark-doyon/ https://www.bookishelf.com/deep-fried-by-mark-doyon/?noamp=mobile#respond Wed, 03 Jul 2024 12:10:08 +0000 https://www.bookishelf.com/?p=13792 Turbulent Dreams Mark Doyon’s debut novel Deep Fried tells the poignant and bittersweet story of Arjun Chatterjee, a young Indian immigrant working as a chef operating a food truck in Virginia. Through Arjun’s eyes and experiences, Doyon explores universal themes of chasing dreams, forging identity, and navigating love and relationships amid life’s uncertainties. Though the […]

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]]> https://www.bookishelf.com/deep-fried-by-mark-doyon/feed/ 0 13792 Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro https://www.bookishelf.com/never-let-me-go-by-kazuo-ishiguro/ https://www.bookishelf.com/never-let-me-go-by-kazuo-ishiguro/?noamp=mobile#respond Mon, 27 May 2024 11:29:22 +0000 https://www.bookishelf.com/?p=13416 Kazuo Ishiguro's "Never Let Me Go" is a quiet masterpiece that will burrow under your skin and stay there long after the final page.

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]]> https://www.bookishelf.com/never-let-me-go-by-kazuo-ishiguro/feed/ 0 13416 The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett https://www.bookishelf.com/the-vanishing-half-by-brit-bennett/ https://www.bookishelf.com/the-vanishing-half-by-brit-bennett/?noamp=mobile#respond Thu, 02 May 2024 03:14:22 +0000 https://www.bookishelf.com/?p=12849 Brit Bennett's spellbinding novel "The Vanishing Half" is a profound exploration of racial categorization and identity struggles across generations. Follow the captivating lives of the Vignes twins as their paths diverge, unveiling a multi-trunked family saga of ancestral alienation and reconciliation.

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]]> https://www.bookishelf.com/the-vanishing-half-by-brit-bennett/feed/ 0 12849 Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver https://www.bookishelf.com/demon-copperhead-by-barbara-kingsolver/ https://www.bookishelf.com/demon-copperhead-by-barbara-kingsolver/?noamp=mobile#respond Sun, 21 Apr 2024 04:02:06 +0000 https://www.bookishelf.com/?p=12383 Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver explores the gritty realities and tender moments of modern Appalachia as seen through the eyes of the young protagonist, Demon. Discover the powerful themes of resilience, justice, and community in this captivating literary odyssey.

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