LIGHT YEARS
SYNOPSIS
Maya leaves Israel to study astronomy at the University of Virginia, running from the violence, guilt, and memories of her past. As the narrative switches between Virginia and Israel, we learn about Maya’s life as a soldier, her ambiguous devotion to Israel, and her love for her boyfriend, Dov, who is tragically killed in a suicide bombing. Now, in Virginia, amid the day-to-day pressures of classes, roommates, and fraternity parties, Maya attempts to reconcile her Israeli past with her American future.
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AWARDS
ALA Best Book for Young Adults
Virginia Reader's Choice
New York Public Library Books for the Teen Age
Texas High School Summer Reading List book
Quick Picks for Reluctant Readers
Tayshas Book
Sydney Taylor Book of Notable Jewish Content
Teddy Children's Book Award
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