About This Book
Reach for this book if your teenager is struggling with the overwhelming guilt and confusion that often follows the loss of a sibling or a peer. It is a powerful tool for navigating the messy reality of grief when there is no clear roadmap for how to move on. The story follows Michelle, who begins responding to the emails meant for her deceased twin sister, Kelsey, in an attempt to comfort her sister's boyfriend. This choice leads to a complicated web of secrets and self-discovery. This realistic contemporary novel dives deep into themes of identity, honesty, and the heavy burden of keeping up appearances for others. While it contains some mature themes including romance and underage drinking, it is a poignant choice for older teens (14-18) who need to see that healing is rarely linear. It offers a compassionate look at why we make mistakes while mourning and how we can eventually find our own voice after being part of a pair.
