About This Book
Reach for this book when your older teenager is grappling with the disillusionment that comes when a trusted mentor or adult role model falls from grace. It is a sophisticated story for mature readers that explores the messy intersection of idolization, betrayal, and the journey toward personal agency. After a confusing and inappropriate advance from a beloved female mentor, sixteen-year-old Polly O'Keefe travels to Greece and Cyprus to find herself and process her trauma. The novel deals honestly with themes of sexual identity, the pain of terminal illness, and the complex process of forgiving someone while still holding them accountable. It is a profound choice for a teen who feels isolated by a secret or a difficult experience, offering a realistic look at how one navigates the gray areas of human relationships and emerges with a stronger sense of self.
