Facing the world through the lens of autism, 15-year-old Emma navigates her way through the struggles of grieving by regular runs with her dad around East Point Reserve, the only thing gifting her reprieve.
When
her life does not go as planned, the grief of her mother’s death eventually
overcomes her in a tidal wave that is hard to endure.
Emma’s best friend Summer has always strived to be the best at sport, aiming to be honoured with a place in the Sports Institute Program.
The trial day finally comes, everything Summer has been dreaming of
for years, only to find out her best friend Emma has been privileged with the
special place on the team, not her! This is not how things were supposed to
turn out, yet the repercussions of this decision can make, or break even the
strongest of friendships.
Grimmer, writes a wonderful selection of young adult, poetry, and creative nonfiction novels, she holds a PhD in Creative Writing and is a Senior Lecturer in English Language and Linguistics.
Contemporary young adult novel White Noise is
an enchanting and authentic read by experienced writer Grimmer that delves into
all senses of Emma’s moving journey. This book is deeply insightful in the
field of autism, demonstrating the ways it affects an individual’s life.
This story grabbed my interest from the first page
and didn’t let go until the very end.
Positively recommend.
Title: White Noise
Author: Raelke Grimmer
Illustrator: Hazel Lam
Publisher: UWA Publishing, $26.99
Publication Date: 10 September 2024
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781760802851
For ages: 13+
Type: Young Adult