About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their middle schooler is beginning to realize that adults are complicated, imperfect people with their own private lives. This story follows thirteen-year-old Amy as she navigates a summer of family tension on a remote Irish island, only to be whisked away to Miami with her teenage aunt, Clover. Through their shared secret advice column and their travels, Amy begins to see her relatives as individuals rather than just authority figures. This lighthearted contemporary novel explores themes of family loyalty, the nuances of honesty, and the awkward transition into adolescence. It is a perfect choice for parents looking for a 'clean' but emotionally resonant bridge between middle grade and teen fiction. It normalizes the feeling of being caught in the middle of adult drama and provides a humorous perspective on growing up.
