Sometimes We Tell the Truth - by Kim Zarins (Paperback)

This book is a modern retelling of The Canterbury Tales, set on a bus ride to Washington DC.

21 high school seniors compete in a storytelling competition, with the winner earning an automatic A in civics.

Jeff, the narrator, struggles with his own turn and past conflicts with his ex-best friend Pard.

The stories are fantastical, realistic, dark, or funny, and often reference other works of literature.

Through their tales, the characters gain insight into each other's lives and learn to empathize and understand one another.

This fresh take on Chaucer's classic is a must-read for fans of contemporary young adult fiction and those looking for a unique exploration of high school life.