Book details
Hole in the Middle
Description
Here's the latest fun, sweet series from the author of the Cupcake Diaries and Sprinkle Sundays series! Everything's better with a donut. Lindsay Cooper is about to start middle school and works at her family's restaurant, The Park View, at the Donut Dreams counter. Her grandmother started the counter to fund her dad's college education and Lindsay hopes to use her job to achieve her dream of going to school far from her small town. Since her mom passed away two years ago, home feels different and starting middle school without her mom is tough. However, with her cousins Kelsey and Molly, and her BFF Casey by her side, Lindsay learns that family and friends can fill the holes in her heart, making life as fun as a pink donut with rainbow sprinkles.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
160 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Exploration of Self-Acceptance: 'Hole in the Middle' delves into the journey of self-discovery and acceptance, offering readers a chance to reflect on their own insecurities and the societal pressures to conform to certain standards of beauty and normalcy.
- Unique Premise: The book presents a unique and magical realist premise of a girl born with a literal hole in her middle, which serves as a powerful metaphor for the voids we all feel and the universal search for something to fill them.
- Engaging and Empowering Narrative: Kendra Fortmeyer's storytelling is both engaging and empowering, encouraging readers, especially young adults, to embrace their individuality and to recognize the strength in their differences.
- Thought-Provoking Themes: The novel tackles important themes such as body image, identity, and the impact of social media on our lives, making it a relevant and timely read for anyone navigating the complexities of contemporary society.