Patron Saints of Nothing
Author: Randy Ribay
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“A heartbreaking and original novel.” β Guardian
A powerful coming-of-age story about grief, guilt and the risks a Filipino-American teenager takes to uncover the truth about his cousin’s murder.
When Jay Reguero hears of his cousin Junβs death, everything changes. Although years have passed since they were last in contact, the stories about Jun just donβt fit with the boy Jay knew. Hoping to uncover the truth, Jay travels to Junβs home in the Philippines β but the shocking realities of life there lead to even more questions. Can Jay find the answers he seeks?
A gripping and lyrical YA novel for fans of Angie Thomasβs THE HATE U GIVE, Patrice Lawrenceβs ORANGEBOY and Nic Stoneβs DEAR MARTIN.
A US NATIONAL BOOK AWARD FOR YOUNG PEOPLE FINALIST
“This is nothing short of a tremendous feat and will certainly solidify Ribay as a singular voice in the world of literature for years to come.” β Jason Reynolds, author LONG WAY DOWN
“This powerful and courageous story offers readers a refreshingly emotional depiction of a young man of color with an earnest desire for the truth.” β Kirkus starred review
“[A] much needed window [and a] deep, nuanced, painfully real family drama.” β ALA Booklist starred review
Meet the author
Randy Ribay
Randy was born in the Philippines and raised in the Midwest. He is the author of AFTER THE SHOT DROPS , AN INFINITE NUMBER OF PARALLEL UNIVERSES and PATRON SAINTS OF NOTHING, which was shortlisted for…
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