|   | Worth The Effort by Kai Strand Ella Jones is a coward. There is a teen boy living in the alley behind her work and she is terrified of him. Desperate to leave behind the stereotypical and judgmental world she was raised in, Ella forces herself to make a true connection with seventeen-year-old Ayden Worth. As their friendship grows Ayden’s quiet, gentle ways teach her true courage. But there’s more to Ayden’s story than Ella knows. When their worlds collide in the most unexpected place, Ella feels betrayed. Will she find the courage to learn who Ayden really is, or will she determine he’s not worth the effort? Young Adult • Diversity Representation/Mental Health • Romance | 
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                            Worldbuilding: Piqued curiosity Plot: Straightforward Characters: Roles are clear 
                            Storytelling: Descriptive Immersion: Didn’t want to put the book down Emotional Response: Engaging 
                            Thought Provoking: New ideas came up Cover: Matches the story well Content Warnings: Depression I found this story very enjoyable. I liked learning about Ayden and watching Ella grow. | 
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