A Map of the Known World by Lisa Ann Sandell - Paperback

Short Description
Teen heals through art after brother's tragic death.
Grief, maps, first love: Lyrical journey of self-discovery.

Product Description 
A Map of the Known World follows Cora Bradley, suffocated by small-town grief after her reckless brother Nate dies in a car crash. Drawing intricate maps of exotic destinations becomes her escape from parental despair and high school pity. Her healing accelerates when she connects with Damian, Nate's brooding survivor friend, revealing her brother's hidden artistic talent they shared.

Lisa Ann Sandell's critically acclaimed novel blends stunning lyricism with authentic teen struggles. Publishers Weekly praised her previous works, and this poignant tale explores grief's raw reality alongside art's redemptive power. Perfect for mature young readers navigating loss and identity through school literature programs.

The hopeful narrative balances heavy themes with friendship and first love's gentle awakening. Indian students and parents appreciate its universal portrayal of family healing and creative expression as pathways through tragedy.

Key Features

• Lyrical exploration of grief, art, and first love

• Critically acclaimed author with Publishers Weekly recognition

• Authentic teen voice navigating high school after loss

• Map-making protagonist discovers family artistic legacy

• Hopeful narrative emphasizing healing through creativity

Ideal For 

• Teens 14+ processing grief and family changes

• Young adult book clubs discussing art therapy

• Students exploring identity through literature

• Readers seeking emotional coming-of-age stories

Specifications 

• Format: Paperback

• Pages: 273

• Weight: 414g

• Language: English

• Genre: Romance (Young Adult)

• Publisher: Scholastic Press

• Published: April 15, 2009