About This Book
Parents should reach for this book when their child is processing the heavy fog of grief or struggling to understand a loved one's clinical depression. It is an ideal choice for families looking to discuss how trauma can feel like an external, disruptive force (symbolized here by a dybbuk) that isolates us from our community. The story follows Aviva, a young girl living above a mikvah, who deals with an unruly spirit only she can see while her mother remains bedridden by sorrow. This middle grade novel expertly weaves Jewish folklore with a grounded, realistic portrayal of mental health and the slow journey toward healing. It is appropriate for children ages 8 to 12 who are ready for a sophisticated, emotionally resonant mystery that tackles difficult themes with tenderness and hope.
