About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with feelings of restricted independence or is beginning to navigate the complexities of first love while living with a physical disability. It is an ideal choice for parents of children who feel defined by their limitations rather than their personality. The story follows Frannie, a spirited sixteen-year-old born with spina bifida, as she moves into a residential home and begins a poignant relationship with a boy named Luke. It avoids the trope of the 'inspirational victim' and instead presents a sharp, unsentimental portrait of a girl seeking autonomy, sexual awakening, and a sense of belonging. While it deals with heavy themes like illness and mortality, it maintains a hopeful, realistic tone that respects a teenager's maturity.
