About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is processing a major life transition, such as a move or the loss of a familiar place, or when they are expressing anxiety about the changing environment. Jillian's story is a deeply moving exploration of what happens when the place we love most is threatened by forces beyond our control. It provides a roadmap for resilience, showing how community and memory can sustain us even when physical structures fail. While the setting is the specific, vibrant landscape of coastal Louisiana, the emotional core is universal. It addresses the grief of saying goodbye to a home and the courage required to build something new. Best suited for middle grade readers aged 9 to 12, this novel offers a realistic but ultimately hopeful perspective on climate displacement. Parents will find it a valuable tool for normalizing complex feelings of sadness and local pride while fostering a sense of agency in the face of global challenges.
