Readers will feel seen and heard-the truest gift a book can give us.” - Corey Ann Haydu, author of Eventown and The Someday Suitcase Impossible to put down and impossible to stop thinking about, this book is more than special-it is vital. A necessary book for readers of all ages. Heartbreaking and ultimately empowering, this book should be read by every kid as well as the adults who care about them.” - Anne Ursu, author of Breadcrumbs and The Real Boy But just like the adults in her life, and God, and her friends, the magic Lydia deeply believes in eventually loses its power to keep her safe.Īnd as seventh grade begins, Lydia wonders: Is there a secret to figuring out how to be a girl in the world? Lydia hopes to find a little bit of magic in their new home.
Then her mom surprises her by buying a dilapidated house in their neighborhood. Even more confusing is when Jeremy hovers too close and hugs a little too long.
Her cousin and friends think she should be flattered, but the boys-and sometimes her mom’s boyfriend, Jeremy-make Lydia uncomfortable and confused. Lydia hasn’t felt comfortable in her own skin since the boys at her school started commenting on the way she looks in her uniform. Perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead, Laurel Snyder, or Ali Benjamin! But just like the adults in her life, and God, and her friends, the magic Lydia deeply believes in eventually loses its power to keep her safe.From the critically acclaimed author of the ALA Notable and Charlotte Huck Honor Book Forever, or a Long, Long Time comes a poignant coming-of-age novel about the complicated parts of growing up, finding your voice, and claiming your space.
From the critically acclaimed author of the ALA Notable and Charlotte Huck Honor Book Forever, or a Long, Long Time comes a poignant coming-of-age novel about the complicated parts of growing up, finding your voice, and claiming your space.
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