Kendra

Pages: 292
Published: 2008
Language: English

Kendra, a high school student, has always lived with her grandmother while her young mother, Renee, pursued an education. Now, Renee is back, and Kendra's grandmother insists it's time for Renee to take on her maternal responsibilities. As Kendra grapples with her own troubles and Renee struggles to connect, both must learn to bridge the fourteen-year age gap and understand each other before their fractured family bond breaks completely.

Prose complexity: 4/10

Emotional Thought-Provoking Hopeful

Coming of Age Family Saga Second Chance

Contemporary Literature Young Adult

Coe Booth

Coe Booth writes realistic fiction for young adults. Her books, like "Black Enough" and "Kendra," often explore the lives of teenagers navigating complex social landscapes and personal challenges. Booth's stories offer an honest look at growing up.