About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is grappling with the heavy weight of survivor's guilt, the aftermath of a traumatic event, or the complex process of moving on after a significant loss. This story follows Kyle, a high school graduate whose life is shattered by a car accident that leaves him with a brain injury and his girlfriend dead. As he navigates a world that feels unrecognizable, he finds an unexpected connection with Marley, a girl who is also hiding under the shadow of her own tragic past. While the book begins as a deep exploration of grief and recovery, it evolves into a high stakes mystery with a twist that challenges our understanding of reality. It is a secular and emotionally intense read appropriate for ages 12 and up, though it deals with heavy themes of mortality and mental health. Parents might choose this for a teen who feels isolated in their sadness, as it validates the messy, non linear path of healing and emphasizes that hope can be found even in the darkest circumstances.
