“A thoroughly realistic story.Both male and female readers will find this compelling while acquiring a deeper compassion and understanding. story turns symptoms into lived reality in ways readers won’t easily forget.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review) This affecting deep dive into the mind of a schizophrenic will captivate readers, engender empathy for those with mental illnesses, and offer much fodder for discussion.” - School Library Journal (starred review) ★ “Teens, especially fans of the author’s other novels, will enjoy this book. Illustrations by the author’s son Brendan, drawn during his own time in the depths of mental illness, haunt the story with scrambling, rambling lines, tremulousness, and intensity.” - Horn Book (starred review)

★ “Clearly written with love, the novel is moving but it’s also funny, with dry, insightful humor. ★ “An adventure in perspective as well as plot, this unusual foray into schizophrenia should leave readers with a deeper understanding of the condition.” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) ★ “Haunting, unforgettable, and life-affirming all at once.” - Booklist (starred review) Simply extraordinary.” - Laurie Halse Anderson, award-winning author of Speak

“A brilliant journey across the dark sea of mental illness frightening, sensitive, and powerful.

Laurie Halse Anderson, award-winning author of Speak, calls Challenger Deep 'a brilliant journey across the dark sea of the mind frightening, sensitive, and powerful. Caden Bosch is torn.Ĭhallenger Deep is a deeply powerful and personal novel from one of today's most admired writers for teens. Caden Bosch pretends to join the school track team but spends his days walking for miles, absorbed by the thoughts in his head.Ĭaden Bosch is split between his allegiance to the captain and the allure of mutiny. Caden Bosch is a brilliant high school student whose friends are starting to notice his odd behavior.Ĭaden Bosch is designated the ship's artist in residence to document the journey with images. National Book Award * Golden Kite Award Winner * Six Starred ReviewsĪ captivating novel about mental illness that lingers long beyond the last page, Challenger Deep is a heartfelt tour de force by New York Times bestselling author Neal Shusterman.Ĭaden Bosch is on a ship that's headed for the deepest point on Earth: Challenger Deep, the southern part of the Marianas Trench.

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