Older Readers

2024 CBCA Book of the Year: Older Readers

Eta Draconis

In what reads as an allegory for COVID, the lyrical, introspective style of this novel depicts a half-formed moorlessness that will speak deeply to young people whose lives changed so drastically in 2020. Anchored with

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Borderland

With demonstrably local storytelling furnished through a strong First Nations voice and purpose, this gothic horror debut has a lot to say. Told with sparse writing that draws the reader in and maintains a grip,

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Blind Spot

This book is an impressive debut – sophisticated writing delivering an unflinching exploration of challenging themes: sexual assault, eating disorders, absent parents, alcohol and drug use, and navigating sexuality and relationships. A standout element of

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Inkflower

A gritty YA novel about family secrets, hope and healing. Based on a true story. Lisa’s father has six months to live. And a story to tell about a boy sent to Auschwitz. A boy

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