About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with the complicated layers of grief, specifically the disorientation that comes when a loved one's secrets are revealed after their passing. While the story begins with the sudden death of a high school student, it quickly evolves into a nuanced exploration of trust and betrayal as the protagonist discovers her girlfriend was leading a double life. This novel is particularly appropriate for older teens (ages 14-18) because it treats LGBTQ+ relationships with the same complexity and typical romantic drama found in any young adult contemporary fiction. Parents will appreciate how the book moves beyond the 'coming out' narrative to focus on universal themes of honesty, the ethics of digital communication, and the messy process of finding forgiveness after a profound hurt.
