About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their child is experiencing a delayed or quiet grief, or when the 'messiness' of a busy family makes a child feel overlooked. Bluebell Gadsby is the middle child of a chaotic London family, still silently mourning the death of her twin sister three years ago while her parents are often away and her siblings are constant noise. Through a video diary format and the arrival of an eccentric new au pair, Bluebell begins to find her voice again. This story is a beautiful choice for the 9 to 12 age range because it balances heavy emotional weight with genuine humor and a realistic portrayal of sibling dynamics. It focuses on the importance of being 'seen' by others and the healing power of creative expression. While it deals with the death of a child, it does so through a secular, grounded lens that emphasizes resilience and the way families eventually knit themselves back together.
