A Mango-Shaped Space

'From the moment I read a story by Wendy Mass I knew she was a writer to watch.'
-Judy Blume

I totally agree with the famous author. I never knew (or even heard) about synesthesia (pronounces sin-es-thee-ja) until I read this phenomenal book by Wendy Mass.

Eighth-grader Mia Winchell is a pretty normal kid. She likes hanging out with her best friend Jenna, listening to music, and cuddling with her pet cat, Mango. But at the same time, Mia is extremely different. Sounds, letters, and numbers have colors for her. For example, she might see your name as sky-blue with purple stripes.
After a horrible and embarrassing incident in the third grade, Mia classifies herself as a freak because she sees everything in color. And its getting her into trouble too. She's failing math!
As Mia embarks on a journey that will reveal who she is, and that her colors aren't bad, she meets a wide variety of interesting people. But in the midst of all this, Mia loses something that she loves the most.
I recommend you check out this book right now, because not only will you see through the perspective of a synesthete, you will read a touching story that leads straight to your heart.