"Jellicoe Road" is a young adult novel by Melina Marchetta, published in 2006. The book follows the story of Taylor Markham, a 17-year-old student at the Jellicoe School who has been appointed as the leader of her school's house in a territory war against the Townies and the Cadets. As Taylor navigates the complicated relationships between the three groups, she also grapples with her own personal history. Abandoned by her mother at a gas station on Jellicoe Road when she was a child, Taylor has spent her life searching for answers about her past. With the help of her friends, including the mysterious Jonah Griggs, Taylor begins to uncover the secrets of her family and her identity. As the territory war intensifies and the truth about Taylor's past is revealed, she must confront the ghosts that have haunted her for so long. The novel has been praised for its complex characters, intricate plot, and exploration of themes such as identity, grief, and the power of connection. It won the prestigious Michael L. Printz Award and has been widely acclaimed by readers and critics alike.
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