Turtle Under Ice
Fiction | Poem | YA | Published in 2020
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Poem • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionWashington State • Contemporary
2020
YA
14-18 years
HL700L
Turtle Under Ice by Juleah del Rosario is a novel in verse that explores the emotional journey of two sisters coping with the aftermath of their mother's death. As one sister goes missing during a snowstorm, both navigate grief, loss, and healing, seeking understanding and reconnection in the wake of tragedy.
Melancholic
Contemplative
Emotional
Bittersweet
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Turtle Under Ice by Juleah del Rosario is praised for its lyrical free verse and emotional depth, capturing the nuanced grief following a parent's death. Readers find the sisterly bond touching and authentic. However, some feel the narrative's poetic style can hinder clarity, occasionally requiring more straightforward storytelling. Overall, it’s a poignant exploration of loss and healing.
Readers who enjoy Turtle Under Ice by Juleah del Rosario are likely fans of poignant, lyrical narratives exploring grief and sisterhood. Comparable to Elizabeth Acevedo's The Poet X, this novel in verse appeals to those interested in emotional depth, poetic prose, and stories of familial bonds and healing.
1,209 ratings
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272
Poem • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionWashington State • Contemporary
2020
YA
14-18 years
HL700L
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