04989cam a2200397 4500 298904666 TxAuBib 20170715120000.0 ||||||s2016||||||||||||||||||||||||und|u 9780062366306 0062366300 B015CY4BBC Amazon 7b06effa-3a3a-4bc2-86b5-68340705a256 OverDrive (Reserve ID) 2395273 OverDrive (Product ID) TxAuBib Springstubb, Tricia. Every Single Second [Bridges eBook]. HarperCollins, 2016. Format: OverDrive Adobe EPUB eBook, Filesize: 2734kB. Format: OverDrive OverDrive Read, Filesize: 2734kB. Format: OverDrive Kindle Book. HTML:<p>Starred review from April 11, 2016<br /> Springstubb (<em>Moonpenny Island</em>) contemplates the concept of time throughout this wrenching coming-of-age novel, which explores the complex and often painful dynamics among family and friends. In chapters labeled “then” and “now,” the narrative switches between Nella Sabatini’s present, at age 12, and her younger years. When Anthony, the beloved older brother of Nella’s friend Angela, pulls the trigger in a shooting that leaves an African-American man dead, the incident polarizes black and Italian-American communities and raises the ghost of a tragedy from years before (“ ‘Oh no,’ whispered Mom.... ‘Not again’.... The past rushed up and plowed into the present, a terrible collision, a horrible accident”). The temporal theme unfolds through short interludes from a statue’s perspective, Angela’s father’s post-traumatic stress disorder (“It all comes back over him, and it’s like he’s right there again”), and Nella’s friend Clem’s obsession with time. Nella’s growing awareness of endings and beginnings, the meaning of friendship, and the power of choices combine to create an unsettling, compelling, and heartwarming tale. Art not seen by <em>PW</em>. Ages 8–12. <em>Author’s agent: Sarah Davies, Greenhouse Literary. Illustrator’s agent: Rebecca Sherman, Writers House.</em></p>. Publisher's Weekly. HTML:<p>From acclaimed author Tricia Springstubb comes a poignant and topical middle grade novel about the effects of an accidental shooting on family, friendship, and community. Perfect for fans of Jennifer L. Holm and Rita Williams-Garcia.</p> <p>Twelve-year-old Nella Sabatini's life is changing too soon, too fast. Her best friend, Clem, doesn't seem concerned; she's busy figuring out the best way to spend the "leap second"—an extra second about to be added to the world's official clock. The only person who might understand how Nella feels is Angela, but the two of them have gone from being "secret sisters" to not talking at all.</p> <p>Then Angela's idolized big brother makes a terrible, fatal mistake, one that tears apart their tight-knit community and plunges his family into a whirlwind of harsh publicity and judgment. In the midst of this controversy, Nella is faced with a series of startling revelations about her parents, friends, and neighborhood. As Angela's situation becomes dangerous, Nella must choose whether to stand by or stand up. Her heart tries to tell her what to do, but can you always trust your heart? The clock ticks down, and in that extra second, past and present merge—the future will be up to her.</p>. ★ "Nella's growing awareness of endings and beginnings, the meaning of friendship, and the power of choices combine to create an unsettling, compelling, and heartwarming tale.". HTML:Publishers Weekly <strong>(starred review)</strong>. ★ "With an engaging protagonist, a fast-moving story, important themes subtly conveyed, and touches of humor, this is a richly layered story that will have wide appeal.". HTML:Kirkus Reviews <strong>(starred review)</strong>. "Springstubb admirably takes on a sensitive and difficult contemporary American issue. Sure to spark discussion in classrooms and book clubs.". School Library Journal. "A complex and rich tale, one that will have readers pondering, along with Nella, life's big questions.". Horn Book Magazine. Juvenile Literature. Juvenile Fiction. Media Type: eBook. Importer Version: 2014-01-08.01 Import Date: 2017-07-14 23:00:02. Sudyka, Diana. http://bridges.lib.overdrive.com/ContentDetails.htm?ID=7b06effa-3a3a-4bc2-86b5-68340705a256 https://samples.overdrive.com/?crid=7b06effa-3a3a-4bc2-86b5-68340705a256&.epub-sample.overdrive.com Excerpt (Adobe EPUB eBook) https://samples.overdrive.com/?crid=7b06effa-3a3a-4bc2-86b5-68340705a256&.epub-sample.overdrive.com Excerpt (Kindle Book) https://samples.overdrive.com/?crid=7b06effa-3a3a-4bc2-86b5-68340705a256&.epub-sample.overdrive.com Excerpt (OverDrive Read)