Este autor escribe sobre temas extraídos de sus propias experiencias de vida para animar e inspirar a los lectores. Su estilo es conocido por su honestidad y su capacidad para conectar con los lectores a un nivel profundo y personal. A través de su escritura, comparte la sabiduría y las lecciones aprendidas de diversas etapas y desafíos de la vida. El objetivo de su obra es ofrecer perspectiva y aliento a quienes atraviesan situaciones similares.
Twelve-year-old Fern feels invisible in her family, where grumpy 18-year-old Sarah is working at the family restaurant, 14-year-old Holden is struggling with school bullies, and adorable, three-year-old Charlie is always the center of attention. When tragedy strikes, the fragile bond holding the family together is stretched almost to the breaking point.
Brimming with intelligence and humor, this book offers a sensitive exploration of its themes, captivating readers with its insightful narrative. The characters are well-developed, adding depth to the story while engaging with complex emotions and situations. The blend of wit and poignancy creates a rich reading experience that resonates on multiple levels.
Tells, from four points of view, the ramifications of a pregnancy resulting from a "one-time thing" between Ellie, who feels loved when boys touch her, and Josh, an eager virgin with a troubled home life.