Every Missing Piece by Melanie Conklin is an engaging middle grade book with believable, likeable characters and a mystery to keep one's interest piqued. The problems the characters are dealing with are very plausible for this age group and the ending doesn't seem contrived. I will definitely be recommending this book to my readers.

Every Missing Piece is an incredibly moving and entertaining book with loads of heart. Conklin addressed serious themes of domestic abuse and family death with sensitivity and in a manner appropriate for the target reader. Students will definitely enjoy this story as it showcases many themes relevant to their lives- friendship, family, and adjusting to changing circumstances. Highly recommend.

I received this ARC from the publisher through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Maddy has a reputation with the police as the girl who cried wolf. She sees danger everywhere since her father's death. Now,
a new kid has moved to town and she thinks he bears a remarkable resemblance to Billy Holcomb who went missing a few months before.

This book did a nice job dealing with Maddy's anxiety, and also with the idea that sometimes there isn't a clear line between right and wrong.

Readers will love getting to know Maddy in Every Missing Piece. She is a strong character with strong beliefs, but she is also uncertain about things. This story unfolded beautifully. With each part of the plot, we got to know Maddy a little better and see how she was changing. There is a bit of mystery thrown in there that will keep readers wanting to read more. This is the second Melanie Conklin book I have read, and I have thoroughly enjoyed both. I can't wait to book talk Every Missing Piece with my students.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for providing me this text to review.