About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their teenager is struggling with the quiet, lingering grief that follows a family tragedy, particularly when that teen feels like their own healing has stalled. Liza's journey to Rockport, Texas, provides a gentle look at how different family members process loss at different speeds. It is a nuanced exploration of a fourteen year old girl finding her way back to herself after the death of her younger sister. Through her relationship with her grandmother and new friends, Liza learns that while you cannot wish away the past, you can build a meaningful future. The story is highly appropriate for middle schoolers and young teens who appreciate realistic, character driven narratives about emotional growth and family dynamics.
