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An unforgettable YA dramedy from a debut author with a dazzling contemporary voice. After losing her sight–and the future she dreamed of–Maggie meets the one person with the ability to help her see all the possibilities life still holds.

The One Thing

  • Paperback

    336 pages

  • Release Date

    14 March 2017

Summary

Maggie Sanders might be blind, but she won’t invite anyone to her pity party. Ever since losing her sight six months ago, Maggie’s rebellious streak has taken on a life of its own, culminating with an elaborate school prank. Maggie called it genius. The judge called it illegal.

Now Maggie has a probation officer. But she isn’t interested in rehabilitation, not when she’s still mourning the loss of her professional-soccer dreams, and furious at her so-called friends, who lost inte…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781484737613
ISBN-10:148473761X
Author:Marci Lyn Curtis
Publisher:Hyperion
Imprint:Hyperion
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:336
Release Date:14 March 2017
Weight:360g
Dimensions:130mm x 204mm
Audience Age:12-18
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The One Thing by Marci Lyn Curtis - ISBN: 9781484737613
130 × 204 mm
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Critics Review

“Maggie’s voice is sharp and quick-witted, and Ben’s persistent exuberance provides an excellent foil…Funny, sweet, and hopeful.”–Kirkus Reviews
“Music enthusiasts who enjoy a smoldering romance will love this novel.”–Booklist
“The story is fast-paced, with Maggie’s intermittent vision serving as an intriguing mystery. Maggie is a solid, well-developed character and shows tremendous growth in the story. The dialogue and Maggie’s inner thoughts are hilarious and provide insight to the challenges anyone, especially a teen, must experience with a life-changing medical event Teens who enjoy stories about people overcoming adversity, complete with a satisfying conclusion, will enjoy this novel.”–School Library Journal
“This book shows the struggle of redefining yourself after losing what you think of as the one thing’ that makes you who you are. It is not preachy or overly optimistic about the challenges Maggie faces, but it has humor and characters that are well developed (even the adults). Give this to students who like Me, Earl and the Dying Girl or anything with humor and music.”–VOYA

About The Author

Marci Lyn Curtis

Marci Lyn Curtis grew up in Northern California, where she went to college and met an amazing guy in a military uniform. Two grown kids and one dachshund later, she lives in Florida. The One Thing is her first novel. Say hi to her on her website, Marcilyncurtis.com, or on Twitter, @Marci_Curtis.

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