Another of this season's exceptional OBOB list for middle school! Squint is the story of Flint, who has severe eye troubles, and his friend McKell, who is navigating a new school and some severe family issues. Together they challenge each other to be better versions of themselves, someone that the other knows they can be, with a clearer vision (get it?) of themselves and the people and world around them.
Similar in some ways to Wonder, although not quite as eloquent, Squint is the second book by this writing duo, and a decent book. I found myself wanting to keep reading and find out what happens next, and occasionally I also felt like Disney had a role in this story (meaning the outcomes appeared to be too perfect, even though they all did not turn out that way, to the both author's credit). A little slow at times, a little sappy at times, but overall not too much of either, and a nice dose of empathy-building reality. Not great, but good, and worth reading, especially if a book like Wonder or Counting by 7s is what you enjoy! 4 paws!
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