Going Vintage

Reach for this book when your teenager is struggling with the pressures of social media, digital comparison, or the fallout of a public breakup. It serves as a gentle intervention for kids who feel tethered to their phones and need a perspective shift on what truly constitutes a connection. The story follows Mallory, who reacts to a devastating betrayal by ditching modern technology and attempting to live by her grandmother's 1962 to-do list. While the premise is lighthearted and humorous, the emotional core explores identity, the complexity of family secrets, and the realization that 'simpler times' were rarely simple. It is a perfect choice for parents wanting to encourage a digital detox or to help a child navigate the sting of infidelity with humor and self-reflection. The content is age-appropriate for middle and high schoolers, focusing on personal growth and healthy boundaries rather than mature romance.