Barnes & NobleOn the Bright Side by Anna Sortino

A hopeful novel about love, disability, and the inevitability of change, by the author of Give Me a Sign. Ellie's Deaf boarding school has closed down, forcing her to leave her cherished home and return to her hearing family. However, transitioning to mainstream public school isn't easy. To help her adjust, her guidance counselor pairs her with Jackson, a student who is supposed to assist her. Can Jackson, who often says the wrong things, be the lifeline Ellie needs? Meanwhile, Jackson has been avoiding his teammates since experiencing numbness in his legs during an important soccer match. With his senior year starting off lonely, he's intrigued when asked to help Ellie, initially thinking it will be a commendable gesture. Little does he know that Ellie will soon become the person he wants most by his side when his strange symptoms lead to a life-changing diagnosis. Exploring the themes of building community and facing the fear of the unknown, Anna Sortino crafts a story about resilience and unexpected beauty, wrapped in a poignant romance that will tug at your heartstrings.