Jaded by Monica McKayhan
By Angelia Menchan • Jan 10th, 2009 • Category: Book Review 2009 •
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Jaded by Monica McKayhan is a novel about a young girl named Jade. She is sixteen, lovely and comes from a good family. However, she is becoming jaded about the situations in her life. Her parents are divorced, though they live in the same apartment building and seem to get along just fine. The only person unable to accept the change is Jade and it is affecting her attitude. To make matter worse, she discovers her dad is planning to marry, Veronica, his girlfriend of a year. Without really knowing the situation, Jade assumes it is a bad deal for everyone, but, the truth is it is just bad for her. It is all about Jade. The bright spots are her friends, Indigo and Tameka. The brightest spot, however, is her boyfriend, Terrence, who she calls Chocolate Boy. Terrence really likes her but his plate is full with his home life. Will he be able to maintain his responsibilities and keep Jade as well?
Even though Jade is the central person in this young adult novel, Terrence, is by far the most likable and well-rounded character. He is a young man who takes care of his brother and sister when his drug-addicted mother goes missing. He also works full-time and is a good student while literally maintaining a household. The one bright light in his life are his feelings for Jade. But he is convinced if she discovers the truth she will leave him as others have done. Can he be right? Or will Jade prove to be a keeper?
Jaded is a good, young adult novel that can be appreciated by all ages. I recommend it to readers who love a fast moving book with a message.
Angelia Menchan
APOOO BookClub
African American Literature
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Angelia Menchan is wife, mother, mentor and the author of five books, most recently, “Is No Not Clear Enough For You? She is a reviewer for APOOO Exchange Team. Angelia currently works as a Budget Officer, but her most rewarding work experience was as Job Corps Counselor. In her spare time, she loves spending time with her love and reading. Her motto is, “You Get from the Universe, What You Give to the Universe.” She can be contacted at www.angeliavmenchan.com and http://acvermen.blogspot.com
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I’m happy that there are a number of books for our young girls. Great review.
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Dera you took the words out of my mouth. I am trying my best to expose my daughter to as many AA writers while she is young. But most importantly I want her reading books for her age group verses my age group.
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