Clap When You Land
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by Elizabeth Acevedo
Publication date: May 5, 2020
Publisher: Quill Tree Books
Hardcover: 432 Pages
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About the author
Elizabeth Acevedo is the author of Clap When You Land, With the Fire on High and The Poet X. She lives with her family in Washington, DC.
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Praise
“Returning to verse, Acevedo subtly, skillfully uses language and rhythm to give voice to the sisters’ grief, anger, and uncertainty; Camino’s introspective openness; and Yahaira’s tendency toward order and leadership. Raw and emotional, Acevedo’s exploration of loss packs an effective double punch, unraveling the aftermath of losing a parent alongside the realities of familial inheritance.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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“Tackles family secrets, toxic masculinity, and socio-economic differences with incisive clarity and candor… Every line is laced with betrayal and longing as the teens struggle with loving someone despite his imperfections. A standing ovation.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“Acevedo’s free verse poems for each girl share an easy cadence and thoughtfulness, yet each girl’s perspective is clear: Camino is strong but fearful of the dangers that threaten her life and hopes; Yahaira’s anger is palpable, but so is her tenderness and love for her girlfriend Dre…. Memorable for its treatment of grief, depiction of family ties, and lyrical strength, expect a well-deserved high demand.” — Booklist
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