THE WAY TO BEA by Kat Yeh is a
middle grade novel that has amazing characters, an intriguing plot, and
a powerful story of finding yourself. The cover of this book is incredibly
cute and charming with a maze that represents the struggle and
journey that Bea takes in order to discover her true self. Even though
THE WAY TO BEA is categorized as
a middle grade book, it has the beauty of being able to relate to adults
and younger readers alike with its universal themes and underlying plot.
It's a story that is remarkably written and sure to hold your attention
throughout.
Yeh has created a truly unforgettable read that touches on subjects
that everyone, no matter how old they are, go through. There were
many times I could not control my laughter while reading this story of
an incredible seventh grader, but there were also times that made me
want to cry from the emotional scenes that tugged at my heartstrings.
Bea will take you on a journey that is full of love, friendship, heartbreak,
and the unknown while trying to find her true self by pouring her
thoughts into Haiku poems. This begins when she starts passing notes
and sometimes her poetry anonymously with a classmate through
invisible ink. I feel this book explores what it is like to be at an age
where so much is going on around you, and you aren't sure what to do
about any of it, let alone not knowing yourself well enough to stay
grounded. THE WAY TO BEA
explores what it is like to talk to new people and eventually make new
friends; something that even adults struggle with from time to time! I
found this to be a good read for both middle graders and adults.
With a charming voice, winning characters, and a
perfectly-woven plot, Kat Yeh delivers a powerful story of
friendship and finding a path towards embracing
yourself.
Everything in Bea's world has changed. She's starting
seventh grade newly friendless and facing big changes at
home, where she is about to go from only child to big
sister. Feeling alone and adrift, and like her words don't
deserve to be seen, Bea takes solace in writing haiku in
invisible ink and hiding them in a secret spot.
But then something incredible happens--someone writes back.
And Bea begins to connect with new friends, including a
classmate obsessed with a nearby labyrinth and determined to
get inside. As she decides where her next path will lead,
she just might discover that her words--and herself--have
found a new way to belong.
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