Icy Sparks
by Gwyn Hyman Rubio
Icy Sparks by Gwyn Hyman Rubio holds a well received rating of 3.68 out of 5, based on 34.1K reader ratings. First published in 1998. The book spans 320 pages.
About Icy Sparks
Icy Sparks is the sad, funny and transcendent tale of a young girl growing up in the mountains of Eastern Kentucky during the 1950’s. Gwyn Hyman Rubio’s beautifully written first novel revolves around Icy Sparks, an unforgettable heroine in the tradition of Scout in To Kill a Mockingbird or Will Treed in Cold Sassy Tree. At the age of ten, Icy, a bright, curious child orphaned as a baby but raised by adoring grandparents, begins to have strange experiences. Try as she might, her "secrets"—verbal croaks, groans, and physical spasms—keep afflicting her. As an adult, she will find out she has Tourette’s Syndrome, a rare neurological disorder, but for years her behavior is the source of mystery, confusion, and deep humiliation.Narrated by a grown up Icy, the book chronicles a difficult, but ultimately hilarious and heartwarming journey, from her first spasms to her self-acceptance as a young woman. Curious about life beyond the hills, talented, and energetic, Icy learns to cut through all barriers—physical, mental, and spiritual—in order to find community and acceptance.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Gwyn Hyman Rubio |
| Published | 1998 |
| Pages | 320 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit, Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 3.68 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 34,128 |
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What genre is Icy Sparks?
Icy Sparks is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Icy Sparks worth reading?
Based on 34.1K reader ratings, Icy Sparks has an average score of 3.68 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Icy Sparks?
Icy Sparks has 320 pages.
Who wrote Icy Sparks?
Icy Sparks was written by Gwyn Hyman Rubio. It was first published in 1998.
What is the ISBN for Icy Sparks?
The ISBN-13 for Icy Sparks is 9780142000200.0.
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