Lily Michaels-Ryan can’t control her impulsive behavior,
can’t finish her homework, and can’t stay on her ADHD meds. When she ends up in
the vice principal’s office sitting next to Abelard Mitchell, she can’t stop
herself from kissing him. That kiss becomes the start of something meaningful,
beautiful, and tragic. Abelard is different, like Lily. He has Asperger’s and
has read some of the same classic literature that Lily’s father used to read to
her when she was younger. Their relationship develops through the words and
meaning of the tragic medieval French lovers, Abelard and Heloise. But words
alone can’t sustain them through the challenges of being who they are. As Lily
struggles to figure out what she wants, she must decide if Abelard can be a
part of her future.
Author Laura Creedle’s debut novel has a heroine who is
close to her heart. Like Lily, Creedle has ADHD. Through her characters,
Creedle gives a voice to those teens who are often misunderstood by teachers,
peers, and family. Filled with equal parts sorrow and hope, I thoroughly
enjoyed this tragic love story. It is real and believable and tackles issues
such as: ADHD, Asperger’s, divorce, alcoholism, and family relationships. Teens
who find themselves in similar situations will relate to Lily and Abelard will
get the chance to see they are not alone in their struggles. Some may disagree
with the ending of the story, but it is still worthy of a high school library
collection.
HS – OPTIONAL (ratings). LMA, future elementary school
teacher
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