Sarah Crossan uses sparse free verse to capture the intense intimacy and physical bond of conjoined sisters facing a life-altering medical decision. Grace's honest narration reveals the struggle for a unique identity while navigating the public gaze. Books in this family share an unfiltered perspective on physical difference and the tension between familial safety and independence.
Reach for this book when your teenager is struggling with the tension between their private identity and their family role, or when they are facing a major life transition that requires sacrifice. Grace and Tippi are conjoined twins who have spent sixteen years sharing a body, but as they enter a public high school and face a life-threatening medical crisis, they must grapple with what it means to be a whole person. Written in beautiful, accessible free verse, the story explores deep themes of autonomy, sisterhood, and the courage to be seen. It is a profoundly moving choice for mature teens (ages 13 and up) who appreciate realistic fiction that doesn't shy away from the complexities of medical ethics, financial hardship, and the bittersweet nature of growing up.
