Captivated, by You by Wayama, Yama

Hayashi's frank, guileless demeanor quietly draws the attention of classmates and strangers as he counts all the stairs in school, photographs street signs, and dries sweet potatoes on the classroom balcony. In a world shaped by conformity, Hayashi is refreshingly and unapologetically true to himself. Conversely, Nikaidou has worked very hard to perfect a gloomy, dour façade that keeps his classmates far, far away. While much of the school regards Nikaidou as a bad omen, one student catches a glimpse behind the mask and-undeterred by rumors of bad luck and supernatural powers-begins to pick away Nikaidou's carefully crafted persona...

Author: Yama Wayama
Publisher: Yen Press
Published: 07/27/2021
Pages: 170
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.76lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.70w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9781975323981

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 07/01/2021 pg. 52
School Library Journal 12/01/2021 pg. 98