About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is feeling overwhelmed by a pile-up of life changes, especially if they are navigating a parent coming out or sudden financial stress. The story follows fourteen-year-old Dan as he moves to a new school, watches his mother struggle with a failing business, and processes his father's new identity as a gay man. It is a realistic, compassionate look at the embarrassment and loneliness that often accompany family upheaval. While the topics are heavy, the tone remains grounded and relatable for the 12 to 16 age range. You might choose this to help your teen see that they can survive a 'perfect storm' of problems while still finding room for their first big crush and personal growth.
