About This Book
Reach for this book if your teenager is navigating the fallout of a parent's serious lapse in judgment or a public family scandal. It is a raw and realistic exploration of Jordan, a high school junior whose life is upended when her father's obsessive affair with a married woman turns violent. The story moves beyond typical teen angst to address heavy themes of accountability, the burden of adult secrets, and the realization that parents are deeply flawed human beings. While the premise involves a crime, the heart of the book is about Jordan's survival and her attempt to find a sense of belonging between her 'hippie' mother's new family and her father's crumbling world. This is an appropriate choice for mature teens (ages 14+) who are ready to discuss the thin line between love and obsession. It offers a mirror for those who feel they must protect their parents while simultaneously being hurt by them.
