Julie Murphy

Ramona Blue

Ramona was five years old when Hurricane Katrina changed her life. Since that fateful August day, Ramona and her family have been battling against the world. Now standing at more than six feet tall and with a striking shade of blue hair, Ramona is sure of three things: she likes girls, is devoted to her family, and is destined for something bigger than the Mississippi trailer she calls home. But as she juggles multiple jobs, Ramona’s flaky mother and well meaning but ineffectual dad, force her into the position of being the adult in the family. Those responsibilities get even bigger when her sister Hattie reveals that she’s pregnant. When childhood friend Freddie unexpectedly returns, Ramona is grateful for the welcome distraction. The two hang out at the local pool and its Freddie, a former competitive swimmer, who kindles Ramona’s love for swimming…although it’s not the only thing he awakens. Is it possible that Ramona is attracted to boys as well as girls? Or maybe her feelings for Freddie are a fluke? Either which way Ramona will discover that life and love are more fluid than she could ever have imagined.

Format: Kindle Edition, Audiobook, Library Binding & Paperback

Paperback: 448 Pages

Language: English

 

3.5/5
Reviewed By Reviewed By Violeta Nedkova
“Ramona Blue is a fearless heroine. Her story is told in a gorgeous, effective way, with a message that’s original and much needed. A great read for fans of Rainbow Rowell.”