The Thing about Jellyfish (National Book Award Finalist) -- Ali Benjamin

<b>This stunning debut novel about grief and wonder was an instant New York Times bestseller and captured widespread critical acclaim, including selection as a 2015 National Book Award finalist </b> <p/> After her best friend dies in a drowning accident, Suzy is convinced that the true cause of the tragedy must have been a rare jellyfish sting--things don't just happen for no reason. Retreating into a silent world of imagination, she crafts a plan to prove her theory--even if it means traveling the globe, alone. Suzy's achingly heartfelt journey explores life, death, the astonishing wonder of the universe...and the potential for love and hope right next door. <p/> Oddlot Entertainment has acquired the screen rights to <i>The Thing About Jellyfish</i>, with Gigi Pritzker set to produce with Bruna Papandrea and Reese Witherspoon.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Ali Benjamin<br><b>Publisher:</b> Little, Brown Books for Young Readers<br><b>Published:</b> 09/22/2015<br><b>Pages:</b> 352<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Hardcover<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.90lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 7.70h x 5.50w x 1.30d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780316380867<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 9-12<br><br><b>Accelerated Reader:</b><br><b>Reading Level:</b> 5<br><b>Point Value:</b> 7<br><b>Interest Level:</b> Middle Grade<br><b>Quiz #/Name: </b>176566 / Thing about Jellyfish<br><br><b>Award:</b> Georgia Children's Book Award - Finalist<br><b>Award:</b> National Book Awards - Finalist<br><b>Award:</b> Parents Choice Awards (Fall) (2008-Up) - Gold M