About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their child has experienced a violation of bodily autonomy or a breach of trust by a family member or close acquaintance. It serves as a vital tool for children who feel silenced by shame or are struggling with the complicated reality that people they love can also cause them harm. This novel in verse follows Tori, a young girl navigating the aftermath of sexual abuse by her uncle, focusing on the difficult journey toward being believed and finding her voice. Written with deep sensitivity, the book explores the messiness of family loyalty, the weight of a secret, and the slow process of healing. It is appropriate for mature middle grade readers (ages 10 and up) who need to see a path from victimhood to agency. Parents might choose this as a guided read to open essential conversations about consent, safety, and the fact that a child's truth is more important than a family's comfort.
