  | Keep it like a secret Author: Anderson, John David | |
| Price: $24.48 | ||
Summary:
A boy has one day to convince his older sister to come home--and to put their family back together.
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (+) (03/15/24)
School Library Journal (10/11/24)
Booklist (03/01/24)
The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (00/06/24)
The Hornbook (00/05/24)
Full Text Reviews:
School Library Journal - 10/11/2024 Gr 5 Up—In this coming-of-age novel, 12-year-old Morgan and his older sister Claire, 18, are inseparable; they have always understood each other and have an unbreakable bond. That is, until Claire starts to argue with their mom more and spends more time outside of their house and away from Morgan. After a week, Claire finally contacts Morgan and wants to see him. The two embark on a day-long adventure where they visit some of Claire's favorite places, and Morgan meets her girlfriend. Morgan knows this is the time to save his relationship with his sister and bring her home, but Claire has other plans. This book is listed for middle grades, but due to the themes and family dynamics, it will be a better fit for middle school readers and up. Some preteens and young adults may be able to relate to Morgan's difficult circumstances, whether due to the actions of the parents or a sibling. There are bits and pieces of laughter and adventure, but sometimes that is not enough—and that comes to light for the siblings as they grow. VERDICT Although this book may not be for everyone, the themes and tones can be relatable; it will make a fitting book suggestion by a trusted adult to help children cope with tough at-home, sibling situations.—Maeve Dodds - Copyright 2024 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.
