Book 4: Shark Girl.

Book 4: Shark Girl.
By Kelly Bingham
Published by Candlewick
2007
Rating: 2.5-3

Jane, 15, is smart, good-looking, and the best artist in her school. After a shark attack at a local beach results in the amputation of her right arm, nothing is the same. Bingham's free-verse novel neatly accommodates the teen's loss; her dreams, anger, and frustration are explored as she rebelliously tries to adjust to her new circumstances. The main narrative is interspersed with news clippings, internal dialogue, and letters of support from other amputees, and even though Jane resists being part of that community, there are connections. Her voice is authentic and believable as both a teenager and victim. This engaging read will entice enthusiastic and reluctant readers; the drama of the shark attack will hook them, and Jane's inner journey will hold them till the end.—Janet S. Thompson, Chicago Public Library.

Normally, I would review a book myself, but I couldn't quite explain this one without being harsh. Now, in general, I don't like books written in poetry lines. This one was no exception. The story line was weak. Eventually she starts feeling better about his disability, but it still bothers her in the end. This story shows the difficulities of being an amputee.
But I still didn't like it.