About This Book
Reach for this book if your teenager is navigating a confusing breakup or feeling unheard and dismissed by the adults and peers in their life. It is perfect for the independent child who expresses themselves through art and needs a constructive outlet for their anger and curiosity. The story follows Cathy, a sarcastic high schooler who uses her journal to document her search for the truth after her boyfriend leaves her under mysterious circumstances. While the book begins with a realistic focus on social dynamics and teenage independence, it evolves into an urban fantasy mystery involving Chinese mythology and immortality. Parents should be aware that the book uses an immersive format including text-speak and realistic teenager dialogue. It encourages critical thinking and media literacy as readers interact with clues and phone numbers to help Cathy piece together her reality. It is a highly engaging choice for middle and high schoolers who typically find traditional novels too slow or predictable.
