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Synopsis
Seventeen-year-old Holly Mullen, overwhelmed with responsibility at home, grieving over her boyfriend Rob's tragic death, and confused by the sudden attention of his best friend, Jason, is further upset when her Alzheimer's-stricken Papa Aldo claims to be having conversations with Rob's ghost.
Is Wherever You Go appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
A heartfelt story about a teen processing grief through supernatural encounters with her deceased boyfriend's ghost. Deals with Alzheimer's disease, death of a romantic partner, and family caretaking responsibilities.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death of a loved one, grief, and alzheimer's disease (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will connect with Holly's struggle to balance family obligations while navigating complicated feelings about loss, love, and moving on.