Book Cover

Glimmer of Change

Contributor(s): McNicoll, Elle (Author)

ISBN: 9780593902462

Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers

Hardcover
$17.99
- +
Buy

Pub Date: October 14, 2025

Dewey: FIC

LCCN: 2025012680

Lexile Code: 0660

Features: Price on Product

Target Age Group: 08 to 12

Physical Info: 1.00" H x 8.30" L x 5.50" W ( 0.65 lbs) 208 pages

Descriptions, Reviews, etc.

Description: "Keedie Darrow has never been afraid of standing out. Her autism makes it clear she sees the world differently from others. But ever since Keedie and her twin sister Nina entered middle school, NOT standing out seems to be the only thing that matters. And the more Nina tries to fit in, the less Keedie understands her--or her classmates who become increasingly cruel to anyone who is different. Determined to take a stand, Keedie launches an anti-bullying agency. Soon, kids are lining up to have her tell off their biggest nemeses. But Keedie will have to be careful. It's a fine line between speaking up for what you believe in and becoming a bully yourself"--

Review Quotes: "Keedie's a well-realized character, opinionated and willing to stand up for those in need....A neurodivergent protagonist whom middle-grade readers will root for." --Kirkus Reviews

"[A] wonderful, sparkling lens that readers will not only enjoy, but will also connect them to an understanding of how differences should be positive....McNicoll has crafted another ­wonderful story representing tween neurodivergence." --School Library Journal

"Keedie is highly articulate, and she has a lot to say, resulting in a talky novel that veers toward a nonfiction introduction to autism spectrum disorder, but its strength lies in that very voice." --The Horn Book

Worth Considering
Product successfully added to cart!