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Personal Effects
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Personal Effects Paperback - 2014

by Kokie, E. M

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After his brother, T.J., is killed in Iraq, Matt's search for answers about his death results in a shocking revelation about T.J.'s life. With compassion, humor, and a compelling narrative voice, Kokie explores grief, social mores, and self-discovery in a provocative first novel.

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Candlewick Press. Used - Very Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.
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  • Title Personal Effects
  • Author Kokie, E. M
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition Reprint
  • Condition Used - Very Good
  • Pages 400
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Candlewick Press
  • Date 2014-05-13
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Illustrated, Price on Product - Canadian
  • Bookseller's Inventory # 5462366-75
  • ISBN 9780763669362 / 0763669369
  • Weight 0.6 lbs (0.27 kg)
  • Dimensions 8.3 x 5.4 x 1 in (21.08 x 13.72 x 2.54 cm)
  • Ages 14 to UP years
  • Grade levels 9 - UP
  • Reading level 670
  • Themes
    • Topical: Death/Dying
    • Topical: Family
    • Topical: Lgbt
  • Dewey Decimal Code FIC

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From the publisher

E. M. Kokie is an attorney, but has long had a strong interest in literature for teens. Personal Effects is her first novel. She lives in Madison, Wisconsin.

Media reviews

PERSONAL EFFECTS is one of the best novels I've read in a long time—it's complex, moving, and beautifully written. I want everyone I love to read this book.
—Jacqueline Woodson, National Book Award Finalist, Coretta Scott King Award winner, and Newbery Honor winner

With a pen dipped in adrenaline, E.M. Kokie tells a harrowing story of profound grief and powerful honesty. Read it immediately.
—Ellen Wittlinger, author of the Michael L. Printz Honor winner Hard Love

PERSONAL EFFECTS is a courageous book about the anger and pain of loss. But most of all, it is about different kinds of love.
—Francisco X. Stork, author of Marcelo in the Real World and The Last Summer of the Death Warriors

Timely, passionate, and political, PERSONAL EFFECTS is a story that needs to be told. Heartbreaking and heart-opening at the same time.
—James Howe, author of The Misfits and Totally Joe

The devastating power of secrets and grief are perfectly captured in Matt's journey to finding the truth about his brother—and ultimately, himself.
—Jo Knowles, author of Jumping Off Swings and See You at Harry’s

PERSONAL EFFECTS is a smart, rugged, hugely insightful book that elevates an already soaring genre. E.M. Kokie glides along that fine line between comedy and tragedy to tell a sensational story.
—Chris Crutcher, a Margaret A. Edwards Award-winning author

Writing with grace and subtlety, Kokie depicts Matt's emotions as he uncovers the details of T.J's hidden life. Through raw moments and strikingly mature characterizations, Kokie explores loss, personal relationships, and the burden of preconceptions.
—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

About the author

E. M. Kokie is an attorney, but has long had a strong interest in literature for teens. Personal Effects is her first novel. She lives in Madison, Wisconsin.

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