Out of My Heart by Sharon M. DraperMy rating: 5 of 5 stars
Melody, from Sharon Draper's first book, Out of Mind, is older and has a caring neighbor who makes her learn and question things. She also has a voice synthesizer that she uses to communicate since she can't verbalize, but her brain is still intelligent and wants to break out into the big world. I loved Melody's family and their deep commitment to one another. When Melody finds out there could be a summer camp for disabled kids, she does her research and presents it to her parents; Green Gables really knows what they are doing according to the website, they fill out the dense application and wait to see if Melody is accepted. When she gains approval (someone dropped out) they have 2 days to prepare. Once at the camp, Melody's world opens up she rooms with 3 others and their counselors (each camper has their own counselor) and Melody's counselor, Trinity, has spent summers here. Each counselor knows their camper inside and out (the dense application) and the fun begins with trying things like swimming, zip lining, horseback riding and the evening camp fires are the best. Melody becomes friendly with her roommates and meets a boy. The camp experience changes her and I can't wait for a high school adventure with Melody! A must read, highly recommended!
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