About This Book
Reach for this book when your middle-schooler is grappling with a heavy secret or experiencing a sudden, confusing shift in their perception of a parent. It is a sensitive choice for children who feel they must protect one parent from another's mistakes, or for those who have lost interest in a hobby because it is too closely tied to a painful memory. Twelve-year-old Rory has always shared a special bond with her father through their mutual love of art. This connection is shattered when she witnesses him in a private moment with another woman. As Rory's artistic voice goes quiet, the story follows her internal struggle with shame, loyalty, and the realization that parents are fallible humans. It is a realistic, emotionally resonant look at the complexity of family trust and the journey toward reclaiming one's own identity.
