About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager feels burdened by family secrets or is struggling to reconcile their own identity with the weight of generations past. This lush, multi-perspective novel follows three Fall siblings in a small California town where magic and reality blur. As they navigate a world that feels like it is literally tipping over, they must uncover the truth about their missing father and a centuries-old family curse. Jandy Nelson explores profound grief, first love, and the complex bonds of siblinghood with her signature exuberant prose. It is an ideal choice for mature teens who appreciate artistic storytelling and need to see that even the most broken families can find a way back to wholeness. Parents should note the emotional intensity and mature themes suitable for high schoolers.
