About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with the bittersweet tension of their final year of high school or navigating the complexities of a long distance relationship. It is an essential choice for a young adult who feels the heavy pressure of making permanent life decisions while trying to maintain deep ties with childhood friends. This story follows Alice McKinley during the summer before twelfth grade as she visits her boyfriend at college and faces a sudden, sobering crisis involving a close friend. Parents will appreciate how the book handles the shift from adolescent drama to adult consequences with a grounded, realistic tone. It explores self identity, the ethics of intimacy, and the resilience required when life does not go as planned. While Alice is a familiar companion to many readers, this installment serves as a bridge to maturity, making it ideal for 14 to 18 year olds who are ready to discuss serious life milestones and the importance of a support system during times of grief.
