A touching story of grief and forgiveness.
Recommended grade level: 4-7
Pages: 262 (for ISBN 9780385737746)
Genre(s) and keywords: realistic, reluctant readers
Pace: moderate
Topics: death of family members, parental abandonment, parent/child relationships, moving, grandmothers, new friends
Themes: grief, feeling unwanted, disappointment, choices, forgiveness
Summary: A beautifully written and deeply moving middle-grade novel with characters to cherish and a story that deals with tragedy and loss in a fresh way. Continue reading
A light middle-grade novel told in journal-style about a homeschooled girl seeking friendship, acceptance, and an understanding with her unconventional father.