About This Book
Reach for this book when your adolescent is navigating the bittersweet tension of growing up: wanting independence while still needing the safety of home. Set in 1901, this diary-style novel follows fourteen-year-old Tish as she manages a household through her mother's difficult pregnancy, cares for a sick grandfather, and explores her own creative voice. It is an ideal choice for the child who feels the weight of family responsibility or is struggling with the 'growing pains' of changing relationships. The story provides a comforting, historical perspective on timeless emotional hurdles, normalizing the feeling that life can be both beautiful and overwhelming at the same time. It is perfectly suited for readers aged 10 to 14 who appreciate reflective, character-driven storytelling.
