Kim Liggett

Kim Liggett’s The Grace Year is an incredibly powerful and thought-provoking novel. It follows the story of Tierney, a sixteen-year-old girl who is sent away to the grace year, a tradition in her society that serves as a rite of passage before entering adulthood. With vivid descriptions and an emotionally gripping story, readers are taken on Tierney’s journey as she discovers the hidden truths behind her society’s traditions. From navigating life in the wild with no access to modern amenities, to the dangers of the grace year itself, Tierney must find strength within herself to survive and uncover the secrets that her people have been keeping hidden for generations.

The story is told from Tierney’s point of view, making it easy for readers to connect with and understand her experiences. Through vivid imagery and believable characters, Kim Liggett paints a compelling portrait of a dystopian world that still feels all too familiar. While some of the events that take place during Tierney’s grace year may be hard to stomach for readers, it serves as an important reminder to question societies norms and stand up for what is right.

Overall, The Grace Year is a powerful novel that will leave readers thinking long after they’ve finished reading. With its strong themes and gripping plot, it is sure to be a hit among young adult fiction fans. In this review we will look at The Grace Year in further detail.