Lo, Malinda - A Scatter of Light

Aria Tang West was looking forward to a summer of fun and relaxation before starting MIT in the fall. But after a graduation party goes wrong, she’s abruptly uninvited from the prestigious boarding school she’s been attending and sent to live with her estranged grandmother, artist Joan West, in the quirky town of Martha's Vineyard.

Despite her initial reluctance, Aria soon finds herself drawn to the island’s vibrant community and the fascinating people she meets, including Joan’s talented gardener, Steph Nichols. As Aria and Steph grow closer, Aria starts to question her long-held assumptions about her own identity.

Blurb:

A heartwarming and thought-provoking story about love, self-discovery, and the power of art.

LGBT Themes:

• Coming-of-age
• Self-discovery
• Queer identity and acceptance
• Finding love and acceptance

Relevant Tags:

LGBTQIA+, Young Adult, Romance, Coming-of-Age, Self-Discovery, Queer Identity, Acceptance, Friendship, Love, Martha's Vineyard, Dutton Books for Young Readers, Malinda Lo

Title: A Scatter of Light

Author: Malinda Lo

Genre: Young Adult Fiction, Romance, LGBT Literature

Pages: 336

Publisher: Dutton Books for Young Readers

Release Date: October 4, 2023

Weight: 464 grams

Size: 15.0 x 21.7 x 2.5 cm