About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with the complexities of boundaries, the weight of long held secrets, or the pressure of perfectionism. Theo is a dedicated ballet dancer whose world is upended when her childhood best friend returns after being missing for years. As she navigates his homecoming, she must confront the painful reality of her own past relationship with an older man and the eating disorder she uses to cope with her lack of control. This is a mature, unflinching look at grooming and trauma recovery. It is best suited for older teens due to its heavy themes of statutory rape, kidnapping, and disordered eating. It serves as a vital tool for normalizing conversations about consent and the messy, non-linear path toward healing.
