Dear Rachel Maddow: A Novel

Reviewed by: Kristin Taylor - Biddeford High School, Biddeford, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: September 17, 2018

Review

Brynn, a former honor student, is barely making through her remedial classes and barely making through everyday dealing with friends, her mom and stepfather since her older brother Nick died -- from a drug overdose. Her passion is the school paper, but grades won't let her participate -- so what is a girl gonna do? Mr. Grimm, her English teacher, has given the class an assignment to write to a famous person and ask various questions. So Brynn, who is a big fan of Rachel Maddow, has chosen Rachel to be her soundboard. What follows is a series of emails (basically a journal) to Rachel Maddow where Brynn is has a tendency to be candid about what makes her mad in the world.

Well written and in an email format, some foul language, deals with the death of a loved one, parents, LGBT and disability diversities. Written in 1st person narrative. Recommended for grades 10-12.

Overall Book Score: excellent