The Silence Between Us

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By Alison Gervais

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Summary

The Silence Between Us follows Maya, a Deaf teenager who moves across the country to attend a hearing school for the first time. Struggling to adapt to a hearing culture that often feels frustrating, Maya is determined to focus on her dreams despite relationship challenges and communication barriers. The novel offers an authentic #OwnVoices perspective on Deaf and Hard of Hearing culture, exploring themes of self-worth, belonging, and coming of age.
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Ideal for young adults aged 13 and older who enjoy contemporary fiction with strong representation of Deaf culture, relatable coming-of-age themes, and clean romance. Perfect for readers seeking diverse perspectives and stories about overcoming personal and social challenges.

Deaf teen Maya Harris must navigate a new life---and love---in this own-voices novel from award-winning author Alison Gervais. When Maya is forced to attend a hearing school, she sets out to prove that her lack of hearing won’t stop her from chasing her dreams.

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Schneider Family Book Award, Best Teen Honor Book 2020

Contemporary fiction fans will find it hard to put down The Silence Between Us—a YA novel that doesn't shy away from real-life issues including the challenges faced by those in the Deaf culture, relationship struggles, communication problems, and complicated families.

Deaf teen Maya moves across the country and must attend a hearing school for the first time. As if that wasn't hard enough, she also has to adjust to the hearing culture, which she finds frustrating. As Maya looks past graduation and focuses on her future dreams, nothing, not even an unexpected romance, will derail her pursuits or cause her to question her own self worth.

The Silence Between Us:

Features a Deaf protagonist: An #OwnVoices perspective on Deaf and Hard of Hearing culture
Is a clean YA contemporary romance: By Wattpad sensation Alison Gervais, The Silence Between Us is perfect for teens 13+.
Engages with everyday issues: With themes of self-worth and integrating into a new school or community, this is a coming of age story relatable to modern teens
Interesting back matter: Includes an interview with the author and a commentary on cochlear implants by Alison

The Silence Between Us is eminently un-put-down-able. (NPR)

Gervais deftly renders both the nuanced, everyday realities of life with disability and Maya's fierce pride in her Deafness, delivering a vibrant story that will resonate with Deaf and hearing audiences alike. – Booklist

A solid addition to middle/high school fiction that allows for deep discussion about stereotypes concerning disabilities. School Library Journal

This is a great YA contemporary (clean) romance that follows Maya as she navigates a new school and plans for her future. The addition of representation by a Deaf character was really beautifully done. Highly recommend for people looking for a sweet, engaging, and educational romantic read. (YA and Kids Book Central)

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Praised by NPR as "eminently un-put-down-able," the book has also been highlighted by Booklist for its vibrant portrayal of life with disability and Maya's pride in her Deaf identity. The School Library Journal recommends it for sparking discussions about stereotypes and disabilities, while YA and Kids Book Central calls it a sweet, engaging, and educational clean YA romance.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780310766001

Publisher: HarperCollins Focus

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 April 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Blink

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 137.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 253g

Pages: 320

Collections

Alison Gervais Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Young Adult

About the Author

Alison Gervais began writing at the age of five and gained recognition by posting her work on Wattpad in 2011. She graduated from Colorado State University - Pueblo with a degree in English and is still figuring out what else she'd like to do in life. As for now, she plans to keep writing, rereading Harry Potter, watching Supernatural and Law and Order: SVU, and enjoying life with her husband and their two cats, Jane and Smoke.