The Lucky Ones

The Lucky OnesPublished by Delacorte Genres: Realistic Fiction, Romance
Format: Chapter Book Fiction

A tale of how surviving trauma can be painful and emotional. This book follows two teens dealing with the aftermath of a school shooting. I felt that the topics of violence and survivors’ guilt were dealt with in an age-appropriate manner. There is also a romantic plotline that I didn’t feel the book needed but in the end, it didn’t take away from the books’ serious topics. I would recommend this for ages 15-19. It’s a timely addition to any young adult book collection

Reviewed by Sophie Gagnon, Skidompha Public Library