About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is experiencing the heavy, quiet aftermath of a major loss and needs to know that the world is still a place of wonder. It is a lyrical and deeply moving story about Davie, a young boy wandering his town just weeks after his father's death. As he navigates rumors of a local tragedy, his journey transforms into a dreamlike exploration of the thin line between reality and imagination. This book is perfect for 12 to 18 year olds because it respects their intelligence and emotional depth. It offers a secular, grounded perspective on grief that eventually blossoms into a celebration of art, life, and the strange beauty of growing up. Parents will appreciate how Almond validates the confusion of sorrow while gently steering the reader toward hope and creative expression.
