A teenage girl grapples with her past trauma and finds her voice through activism and speaking out.
Author
Laurie Halse Anderson
28 books in the catalog
Laurie Halse Anderson has 28 books in our catalog of Christian parent reviews, mostly realistic fiction, young adult and historical fiction. The titles we've reviewed span 1999 to 2016.
Recommended for readers roughly ages 10–18, based on our reviewers' age guidance.
Recurring virtues across Laurie Halse Anderson's work include courage and love. Content concerns tend to be mild across the titles we've reviewed.
A group of middle school students volunteer at an animal shelter and deal with various animal care challenges.
A young enslaved girl in New York City during the Revolutionary War seeks freedom and family.
A young girl with a disability navigates life in London during World War II.
In 1793 Philadelphia, a young girl named Mattie must survive a deadly yellow fever epidemic that sweeps through the city, testing her resilience and courage.
Hayley is a teenage girl who struggles with trauma and anger after a sexual assault.
Lia struggles with severe anorexia and the haunting memory of her best friend Cassie, who recently died from the disorder.
A young woman recounts her experiences of sexual assault and her journey toward healing and activism.
A teenage girl navigates the trauma of sexual assault and finds her voice through art and activism, seeking healing and justice.
A historical fiction novel about a teenage girl surviving the aftermath of a devastating fire in her town.
This novel follows a group of teenagers navigating the aftermath of a catastrophic event, focusing on survival and difficult choices.
This novel tells the story of a teenage girl struggling with her identity and past trauma as she navigates difficult relationships.
This novel follows Hayley, a teen struggling with PTSD from her father's abusive past, as she navigates family trauma and mental health challenges.
A young girl navigates difficult family circumstances and finds her voice.
In colonial America, a young girl named Curzon navigates the dangers of war and seeks freedom and a better life.
Zoe Fleefenbacher navigates the complexities of middle school and family life with a unique perspective.
During the Revolutionary War, Isabel, a young enslaved girl, navigates the complexities of freedom and loyalty in New York City.
The story follows a group of high school students preparing for and attending their prom, exploring themes of social dynamics and personal growth.
Time to Fly is a historical novel about a young woman's journey to find her voice and independence during the Civil Rights Movement.
A teenage girl, Melinda, struggles with the aftermath of a traumatic event, withdrawing into herself and finding it difficult to communicate.
A teenage girl, Maya, deals with the aftermath of a traumatic event and her struggle to heal.
A group of teens navigates a dangerous hurricane and its aftermath, relying on their wits and each other to survive.
A teenage girl struggles with the aftermath of a sexual assault and her journey toward healing and self-discovery.
A young girl named Juice moves to a new town and struggles with fitting in and her family's secrets.
In this installment of the Vet Volunteers series, a group of young volunteers works to help homeless animals and their owners, facing challenges and making a difference.
A young Native American girl, Trickster, navigates prejudice and finds her voice.
A young girl volunteers at an animal clinic and faces challenges caring for injured animals and dealing with difficult owners.
A young girl struggles with her feelings and expectations around Mother's Day, dealing with family dynamics and personal disappointments.
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