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| Author | Jason Reynolds |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Series | Track |
| Published | April 10, 2018 |
| Publisher | Atheneum Books |
| Media type | Print (paperback, hardcover), Audio |
| ISBN | 9781481450218 |
| Preceded by | Ghost, Patina |
| Followed by | Lu (novel) |
Sunny is a young adult novel by Jason Reynolds, published April 10, 2018, by Atheneum. It is the third book in Reynold's Track series, preceded by Ghost (2016), Patina (2017), and followed by Lu (2018).
Sunny received starred reviews from Kirkus Reviews [1] and Booklist. [2] Booklist wrote, "Reynolds is on a run almost unparalleled in YA, and this standout series will continue to be in demand." [2] They further indicated that "this series continues to provide beautiful opportunities for discussion about viewpoint, privilege, loss, diversity of experience, and exactly how much we don’t know about those around us." [2] Kirkus called the it "another literary pacesetter that will leave Reynolds’ readers wanting more." [1]
The Horn Book also provided a positive review. [3]
Sunny is a Junior Library Guild book. [3]
| Year | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Booklist Editors' Choice: Books for Youth | Selection | [4] |
| Booklist 's Best Sports Books for Youth | Top 10 | [5] | |
| 2019 | CCBCChoices Choice: Fiction for Children | Selection | [3] |
| YALSA's Amazing Audiobooks for Young Adults | Top 10 | [6] | |
| YALSA's Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers | Top 10 | [7] [8] | |
| ALSC's Notable Children's Recordings | Selection | [9] |
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