A review by theuncorkedlibrarian
Graffiti Moon by Cath Crowley

3.0

Lucy is tired of the guys from high school, and especially of Ed, who grabbed her butt on their first date. Having graduated, Lucy decides that she wants to find Shadow, the mysterious graffiti artist. Lucy knows that she will instantly fall in love and have a deep connection with Shadow even though she has never seen him. In contrast, Ed has loved Lucy from the start but agrees to help her. The entire story is told over the course of a single day. Most unique to this teen plot is that it takes place in Australia and has an artsy-theme. I have not read as many YA books that incorporate and capture the essence of art. For many teens, art is such an important part of their lives and form of expression. Trends in society and education used to veer away from art but with STEM becoming STEAM, the arts are making a comeback. Graffiti Moon is especially relatable for high school-aged teens that fantasize about their dream date—a person that they may have never met. Many fail to see what is right in front of them. This book addresses the cliché, “the grass is always greener on the other side.” Mystery seems to have more appeal than what is current, present, and obvious, and the ending is slightly predictable but necessary to the theme. Graffiti Moon is an extremely well read audiobook book and the multiple narrators make the story come to life.