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Heroine archetypes
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Synopsis
When a girl she had met at an innercity church is murdered, fifteen-year-old Macey channels her grief into a school project that leads her to uncover prejudice she had not imagined in her grandparents and their wealthy Connecticut community.
Is Burning Up appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This book deals with murder and grief as a teen investigates prejudice in her community. It addresses racism, class divisions, and difficult truths about family, making it appropriate for mature middle schoolers and teens ready to engage with challenging social issues.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death, and grief (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will connect with Macey's journey as she channels her grief into action and discovers uncomfortable truths about the people she thought she knew.