Similes and metaphors flood angst filled teenage poetry, and the more reserved work of our elders. ... In terms of comparisons, love, to me is an unspoken understanding, known completely through actions. ...

• Word Count: 562
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School

At the beginning of the book Maya is a confused little girl suffering from the associated with being a black child in America. She is also suffering with the pain of living without her parents. Maya is smart and ingenious, but she always feels like other people judge her for being black. She feels v...

• Word Count: 518
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School