About This Book
Reach for this book when your daughter is navigating the heavy weight of a recent loss while also dealing with the confusing, fast-moving changes of early adolescence. It is a perfect fit for the girl who feels like her world is shifting too quickly and needs to know that joy and grief can occupy the same space. The story follows Sofia, a fourteen-year-old who is still reeling from the death of her mother when her father begins dating again. The complication? He is dating the very advice columnist Sofia has been secretly emailing for guidance. This novel handles the complexities of a blended family and the awkwardness of puberty with a gentle, realistic touch. It provides a comforting roadmap for middle schoolers (ages 10-14) who are learning how to let go of the past while embracing a new, albeit different, future.
