Leisha's Song

Leisha's Song is a well written young adult novel which has a good balance of mystery and romance. Leisha is a scholarship student at a prestigious private school. She is a very talented singer and her dream is to pursue a career in music. Her African American grandfather, the only parent she's ever known, wants her to become a doctor. He has also forbidden her from dating white boys. When her beloved vocal coach mysteriously disappears, she senses that something is wrong. She determinedly investigates her teacher's disappearance and is helped by her boyfriend Cody, a cellist who comes from a rich, white family. Cody's family opposes him dating an African American girl. The story is fast-paced with well developed characters. Cody is a kind and respectful boyfriend. I admired the determination of the two teenagers to solve the mystery and be true to each other and themselves. Themes of parent-child conflict, interracial relationships and flawed adults are explored. Leisha's Song is a young adult novel with a lot of depth. #BooksForwardFriends