Books Like A Tragic Kind of Wonderful
Families who loved A Tragic Kind of Wonderful by Eric Lindstrom often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved A Tragic Kind of Wonderful by Eric Lindstrom often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your teenager is struggling with the weight of a hidden struggle, whether that is a mental health diagnosis, a deep-seated secret, or the heavy burden of unprocessed grief. It is a vital resource for parents of teens who feel they must perform 'normalcy' to be loved, offering a roadmap for how to stop hiding and start healing through honesty. The story follows sixteen-year-old Mel as she manages the volatility of bipolar disorder while keeping her condition a secret from new friends and a potential boyfriend. It explores themes of self-stigma, the complexity of grief following the death of a sibling, and the courage required to be vulnerable. Parents will find this a powerful tool for validating their child's internal pressures and opening a dialogue about the importance of a support system.
