evil and of right and wrong, a celebration of the amazing differences in our world and a reminder to be true to oneself. Not only is "Absolute Brightness" a compelling story filled with drama and mystery, it is also a tenderhearted telling of good vs. The frank tone of Phoebe's narration and the tragedy of Leonard's abbreviated life will give readers plenty to ponder. An outstanding read for boys and girls alike. The teens created by Jean Ferris and Sarah Dessen come to mind as readers applaud Phoebe and big-sister Deidre's growth. The marvelous details are engaging, adorable, and also gravely tragic. Lecesne is an artist with small details, using them liberally both to heighten his characters' world and to plant material whose significance emerges only much later. Michael Cunningham, author of "The Hours" "Absolute Brightness" is revelatory funny, suspenseful, surprising, and full of the insight into human life that only the best books offer us. Duncan Sheik, songwriter and composer of "Spring Awakening" Armistead Maupin, author of "Tales of the City"Ī captivating story in which youthful prejudices are transformed into deep compassion and understanding. His heroine is a sort of Scout Finch for the new millennium. James Lecesne has crafted an utterly engrossing tale that, like life itself, confounds expectations at every turn. Eve Ensler, author of "The Vagina Monologues" This book will encourage you to be exactly who you are.
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