Shine

Rosa is mute but it doesn't stop her from talking to people on the internet. Ansel95 understands her unlike the inhabitants of the Island of Mirasol where she lives. Like Rosa Ansel95 has his own secrets. Rosa may be mute but she can still hear. I thought this book is quite powerful. She has no dialogue other than messages online and Candy Gourlay manages to translate a lot via Rosa's thoughts. The idea of having this mysterious friend online was quite interesting to me. And they both have their own secrets which is some way brings them closer together. Also, the whether has a very important role in this book, as it sets the mood and reflect the emotions Gourlay is trying to express.