About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager feels like an invisible spectator in their own life or struggles to find their literal or figurative voice in a crowded room. Set in 1950s New York, Sky tells the story of Alec Schuyler, a quiet boy who is often overlooked by peers and belittled by a cruel teacher. Haunted by the recent loss of his mother and an emotionally distant father, Alec finds his sanctuary and identity through jazz piano. This historical novel explores the power of creative expression and the importance of a loyal inner circle. It is a gentle but poignant look at the transition from childhood silence to adolescent self-assertion. Parents will appreciate the nuanced depiction of grief and the way it validates the experiences of introverted or artistically minded children who may not fit the traditional mold of a school hero.
