Unsettled

 

I do enjoy a good novel in verse - it is a relatively quick read which helps because I am seriously behind.  I also like the idea of less is more in many areas of life and writing a book like this requires punch without being wordy.

This is a solid middle grade novel in verse based on the author's experiences.  It is about a girl and her family who move from Pakistan and how they try to fit in, learn new things, stand up for themselves, and ultimately feel settled.  One to hand to anyone who is new or to those who aren't to develop empathy for those who are.