Full Cicada Moon by Marilyn Hilton was one of the finalists for Cybils 2015. As with all the finalists we discussed this book at length. This is a verse novel set in 1969. A historical novel that at sometimes felt more prose than poetry. Still it is very good read that has a lot going for it. This is a book that makes for a great discussion about diversity. It is the story of a girl with an African-American father and a Japanese mother who has to deal with not only two different cultures at home but feeling different in her new school. Not only are there race issues but gender issues as well. The main character Mimi wants to be an astronaut but is basically scoffed at because she is a girl. The issues of not fitting in and being true to oneself is still very relevant in today's world. Ms Hilton's words convey the inner feelings of her characters beautifully. I enjoyed getting to know each and every one of them. This is a great read for middle grade readers ages 9-12. It should help to foster discussion at home and in the classroom.
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