{"product_id":"book-fy06","title":"Rain Rising","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn inspiring debut middle grade novel-in-verse about Rain, who must overcome sadness after her all-star brother is badly beaten up at a frat party. \u003cem\u003eGenesis Begins Again\u003c\/em\u003e meets \u003cem\u003eBrown Girl Dreaming \u003c\/em\u003ein this powerful story of perseverance, family, and hope.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"A gorgeous debut: a necessary, cathartic, immersive healing experience.” —\u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews \u003c\/em\u003e(starred review)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“In this gut-wrenching verse novel by debut author Comrie, thirteen-year-old City Middle School student Rain Washington grapples with the aftermath of a violent racist attack… . Comrie sensitively tackles myriad topics, including colorism, fiscal scarcity, and structural racism, as well as their effects on mental health, in this impressive volume.\" —\u003cem\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/em\u003e (starred review)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“This lovingly crafted novel-in-verse is a much-needed reminder that compassion, both for oneself and others, can help make the world right as rain.” —\u003cem\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books \u003c\/em\u003e(starred review)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“A searing exploration of the intricacies of racism, privilege, and self-worth within the confines of the Black community. Rain’s journey is one that includes an acceptance of all the pieces of her identity that make her whole and unique.” —ALA \u003cem\u003eBooklist\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRain is keeping a big secret from everyone around her: She's sad. All the time. Rain struggles with her image and feels inferior to her best friend, Nara. Not even her all-star student-athlete big brother (and personal superhero), Xander, can help Rain with her dark thoughts and low self-esteem.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd when Xander becomes the victim of violence at a predominantly white university, Rain’s life and mind take a turn for the worse. But when her favorite teacher, Miss Walia, invites her to an after-school circle group, Rain finds the courage to help herself and her family heal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike the rain, she is both gentle and a force, finding strength to rise again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“You can't help but fall in love with this book. Heartbreaking, emotional, and a ride well worth taking.” —Marie Arnold, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Year I Flew Away \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eI Rise\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Everyone who reads this will be inspired by Rain's dedication to finding healing.” —Elisabet Velasquez, author of \u003cem\u003eWhen We Make It\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 2023 Bank Street Books Best Children's Book of the Year for Ages 12–14 in Fiction (Contemporary Issues)!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA 2025 Evergreen Teen Book Award nominee!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":49342628036912,"sku":"BDfy06","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Audio CD","offer_id":49342628069680,"sku":"ZEfy06","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Audio MP3-CD","offer_id":49342628102448,"sku":"ZMfy06","price":45.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/fy06-Square-cover.jpg?v=1776503655","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-fy06","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}