About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is struggling with the complex reality of a parent who has been absent, or when they are questioning the narrative they have been told about their family history. It is an ideal choice for children who feel caught between two worlds or who are beginning to see their parents as flawed, three-dimensional humans rather than just authority figures. The story follows fourteen-year-old Holly as she is unexpectedly reunited with her father after eight years. As they travel through the rugged English countryside, Holly must reconcile her dusty childhood memories with the man standing in front of her. It is a deeply moving exploration of identity, the weight of the past, and the difficult process of forgiveness. While the themes are sophisticated, the prose is lyrical and accessible for ages 12 and up.
