About This Book
Reach for this book when your teen is navigating the heavy pressure of caregiver fatigue or feels the weight of adult responsibilities resting on their shoulders. It is a powerful resource for families dealing with chronic illness or those who need to talk about the 'gray areas' of morality when survival is at stake. The story follows seventeen-year-old Reed, who is left to care for his medically fragile sister after their mother leaves. Forced into a corner by debt and lack of support, Reed begins making fake IDs to keep their heads above water. This novel offers a deeply empathetic look at the lengths we go for love, the reality of food insecurity, and the complexities of being a young caregiver. It provides a non-judgmental space for teens to process feelings of resentment, loyalty, and the fear of an uncertain future.
