Zonta
by L. B. Tillit
Just deal with it! It’s part of growing up. It’s the way guys are! Zonta tries to blow off the unwanted attention that is thrown her way. But it’s not working. Zonta is tired of being nice! It doesn’t matter how polite she is, or how hard she tries, she still feels alone. And if that wasn’t enough, every time she tries to explain herself or her thoughts, she ends up feeling dumb. She tries to do what is right, what is expected, but it only makes things worse. Is there really no one who cares enough to help? Is there no one who gets her?
Details
Lexile Level: HL570L
Interest Level: Young Adult
ISBN: 978-1-7352642-2-6
“. . . effectively captures Zonta’s struggles, and her frustration at being misunderstood is“The author’s series aims to present a mosaic of teenage perspectives as students grapple with the gritty challenges of life at Hancock High, tackling weighty societal issues like poverty, prejudice, abuse, harassment, and racial tensions . . . The prose is basic but effectively captures Zonta’s struggles, and her frustration at being misunderstood is palpable . . .” Kirkus Reviews
Real Raw & Honest
- Empowers resistance to sexual harassment
- Addresses impact of ADHD
- Dives into the need to be heard/taken seriously
- Touches on bi-racial upbringing
- Underscores the importance of healthy friendships
The Way I See It Series
Want to read more raw, real-to-life stories of teen struggles? Check out more books in The Way I See It series.
At Hancock High, life gets messy fast. In this series, different teens share their raw, honest stories—facing pressure, prejudice, addiction, and more. Truths twist, worlds fall apart, and help shows up where they least expect it. No sugarcoating. Just real talk for readers who want to feel seen.
