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Reach for this book when your teenager begins questioning their roots or feels like the version of history their family has provided is incomplete. It is a resonant choice for adolescents who are navigating the transition from childhood security to the often messy reality of adult truths. The story follows Billy, a seventeen-year-old who discovers he has a twin brother he never knew existed, leading him on a solitary journey across North Carolina to find him. It masterfully explores themes of self-reliance, the complexity of grief, and the search for belonging after a major loss. Parents will appreciate how the novel treats the protagonist's independence with respect, making it a safe yet provocative space for teens to explore their own emerging identities and the concept of chosen family.