About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is navigating the complexities of finding their place within a large family or processing a significant loss for the first time. Set in rural Indiana during 1914, the story follows eight year old Ruthie, a spirited girl living in a house full of brothers. This historical novel captures the shift from the carefree joys of childhood to the sobering realities of growing up, specifically through a life threatening illness and the death of a beloved sibling in World War I. It is a gentle yet honest exploration of identity and grief for children aged 8 to 12. Parents will appreciate how it balances the warmth of a big family with the weight of real world challenges, providing a safe space to discuss how families stay strong through tragedy.
