8th, High School, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th ; Hard Cover, Fiction, Prose, Diversity, Realistic ; Highly Recommended

Barely Missing Everything by Matt Mendez

Reviewed by OHS Student Wiley P.

In this book, three Mexican main characters Juan, JD, and Fabi are all trying to figure out what to do with the problems life throws at them, especially in a world where having brown skin can make things extra difficult. The fast paced and intriguing writing keeps in going and the characters learning. This novel is constantly engaging and makes you keep reading.

Themes of racism and poverty within the southern United States.

A definite purchase for all libraries.