My Name Is Layla

Name: My Name Is Layla
Brand: Dreamscape Media
Availability: InStock
Author: Reyna Marder Gentin
ISBN: 9781666558920

Author: Reyna Marder Gentin

Narrator: Renee Dorian

Unabridged: 3 hr 13 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Dreamscape Media

Published: 04/26/2022

Categories: Young Adult Fiction, Coming Of Age, Social Themes, School & Education

Synopsis

On the first day of eighth grade, thirteen year-old Layla has a pretty good idea of what’s in store for her—another year of awkward social situations, mediocre grades, and teachers who praise her good behavior but find her academic performance disappointing. Layla feels certain she’s capable of more, but each time she tries to read or write, the words on the page dance and spin, changing partners and leaving her to sit on the sidelines. This year will be different in ways Layla could never have predicted. Her new English teacher, Mr. McCarthy, senses her potential. When he pushes her to succeed, Layla almost rises to the challenge before making a desperate choice that nearly costs her everything she’s gained. Will she be able to get back on track? And who can she count on to help her?

About Reyna Marder Gentin

Reyna Marder Gentin is the author of Unreasonable Doubts, a finalist in the Women’s Fiction Writers Association Star Award for debut fiction. She studies at The Writing Institute at Sarah Lawrence College, and her short stories and personal essays have been published widely online and in print. She lives with her husband and children in Westchester County, New York. For more information, visit ReynaMarderGentin.com.

About Renee Dorian

Renee Dorian is an experienced actress, voiceover artist, producer, and writer who has lent her talents to numerous projects. Her acting credits include BLACKish, Scandal, and a plethora of feature films, and she has lent her voice to numerous video games, APP games, national commercials, and audiobooks. When she's not working, she can be found chasing her toddler or teaching yoga.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Jennifer

I don’t usually read YA but enjoyed Unreasonable Doublts by Reyna Marder Gentin and decided to give My Name is Layla a try. Loved it! Layla is in 8th grade, lives with her single mom and older brother, has trouble in school and often feels less than...This story brings to light the importance of goo......more

Goodreads review by Nursebookie

MY NAME IS LAYLA By Reyna Marder Gentin My Name is Layla is a wonderful short fiction book written by Gentin - her sophomore book and first young adult/middle grade fiction novel perfect for young teens, most especially those with learning disabilities - in this case our main character Layla suffers f......more

Goodreads review by Linda

Wow! I am a retired teacher, and I have to state I am quite impressed and highly recommend “My Name is Layla” by Reyna Marder Gentin. The genres for this book are young adults, friendship, coming of age, family, and fiction. I appreciate the way Reyna Marder Gentin vividly describes how the school,......more

Goodreads review by Literary

Eighth-grader Layla has crippling self-esteem as she struggles with dyslexia and abandonment by her father. Fortunately, she has support from her best friend Liza and Sammy, a neighbor boy interested in being more than friends. She also has an amazing English teacher who sees her potential and opens......more