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Book Reviews of Waiting for Normal

Waiting for Normal
Waiting for Normal
Author: Leslie Connor
ISBN-13: 9780060890889
ISBN-10: 0060890886
Publication Date: 2/1/2008
Pages: 304
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Rating:
  • Currently 4.8/5 Stars.
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4.8 stars, based on 4 ratings
Publisher: Katherine Tegen Books
Book Type: Hardcover
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GeniusJen avatar reviewed Waiting for Normal on + 5322 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
Reviewed by The Compulsive Reader for TeensReadToo.com

Addie has never had a normal life.

It's an impossible feat when she lives with a woman like her mother, who is either extremely happy or extremely sad. They either have what they need to survive, or they don't. But Addie tries to not let these extremes get to her too much. She still dreams of a place where everything's normal and she has a safe home.

Now if only she can hold on to that dream.

Connor's wonderfully poignant and eye-opening novel is told with the utmost clarity and sensitivity. Addie's down-to-earth and sensible nature is a beacon to readers, and they will fall in love with her immediately.

As this story unfolds, your heart will break for her, but will also rejoice as she finds her niche and a place that she can call home. WAITING FOR NORMAL is a story full of love and hope.
swimmersuzie avatar reviewed Waiting for Normal on + 4 more book reviews
This book had plot twists and kept me guessing. This book also had a surprise ending that brought me to tears.