73 pages 2 hours read

Ellie Terry

Forget Me Not

Fiction | Novel/Book in Verse | Middle Grade | Published in 2017

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Forget Me Not by Ellie Terry follows middle schooler Calliope Snow (Calli June) as she navigates her Tourette syndrome and tries to make a lasting friendship with Jinsong P’eng, despite her mom's frequent relocations. The story, written from dual perspectives in verse, touches on themes of neurodiversity, self-acceptance, bullying in schools, and the complexities of child-parent relationships. The source material includes detailed depictions of ableism, bullying, and child neglect.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Reviews for Forget Me Not by Ellie Terry highlight its heartfelt narrative and strong portrayal of Tourette syndrome. Readers appreciate the authentic voice and lyrical prose. While some note the plot's predictability, the emotional depth and character development receive consistent praise. Overall, it's a touching read that sensitively addresses important themes.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Forget Me Not?

Readers who would enjoy Forget Me Not by Ellie Terry are typically pre-teens and young teens drawn to emotional and introspective stories about navigating middle school and personal identity. Fans of R.J. Palacio's Wonder and Sharon M. Draper's Out of My Mind will find this heartfelt narrative deeply engaging.

Recommended

Reading Age

10-14years

Lexile Level

HL670L

Book Details

Genre

Realistic Fiction

Children's Literature

Modern Classic Fiction

Topics

Disability

Mental Illness

Themes

Identity: Mental Health

Relationships: Friendship

Life/Time: Childhood & Youth