About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their child is expressing resistance or deep resentment toward the idea of a parent dating again after a divorce. It speaks directly to the friction that occurs when children feel their family structure is being permanently altered by 'outsiders' or 'weirdos.' The story follows young Jenny as she navigates her mother's new relationship, her own first experiences with boys, and her sister Chloris's intense anger and sabotage. It is a realistic, vintage portrayal of middle school life that explores themes of loyalty, personal space, and the complex process of accepting change. Parents may choose it to validate a teen's feelings of being unheard while opening a door to talk about the future of their own family unit.
