A Girl Named Mister

Mary Rudine, called Mister by almost everyone, has attended church and sung in the choir for as long as she can remember. But then she meets Trey. His long lashes and smooth words make her question everything, and one mistake leaves her hiding a growing secret.

Another Mary is excited about her upcoming wedding, and has done everything according to Jewish law. So when an angel appears and tells her--a virgin--she'll give birth, Mary can't help but feel confused, and soon finds herself struggling with the realities of God's blessing.

While feeling abandoned, Mister is drawn to Mary's story, and through reading begins to understand the future laid before her.

"This novel in poetry looks clearly at both teen pregnancy and struggles with faith. Mister is exceptionally well characterized ... The language is intimate and immediate." --Kirkus Reviews

Author: Nikki Grimes
Publisher: Blink
Published: 01/03/2017
Pages: 240
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.40w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9780310761464

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.7
Point Value: 2
Interest Level: Middle Grade Plus
Quiz #/Name: 139412 / Girl Named Mister

About the Author
Grimes, Nikki: -

New York Times bestselling author Nikki Grimes is the recipient of the 2016 Virginia Hamilton Literary Award and the 2006 NCTE Award for Excellence in Poetry for Children. Her distinguished works include ALA Notable book What is Goodbye?, Coretta Scott King Award winner Bronx Masquerade, and Coretta Scott King Author Honor books Jazmin's Notebook, Talkin' About Bessie, Dark Sons, The Road to Paris, and Words with Wings. Creator of the popular Meet Danitra Brown, Ms. Grimes lives in California.

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