Lucy, Phil and Sara have lived with their mother and her habits most of
their lives, which seemed to get worse after their father left the
family. But now, Lucy is the only one left at the house, and she has to
continue to keep her mother’s secret, even though it’s emotionally
putting a chokehold on her.
At first it wasn’t too bad. Lucy was able to navigate through the
house, and her room was always clean. They still had running water, and
the appliances in the kitchen worked. But that was over three years
ago.
“Garbage girl*.” It’s the words that keep Lucy from making friends,
becoming too close to anything, revealing her mother’s secrets. But
regardless of how insulated she keeps herself, it doesn’t work. But
when her mother dies unexpectedly in the house, Lucy must make a choice.
Call 911 and ensure that her life will become not only local news, but
possibly headline news too, or try to clean up her life*and her house*on
her own. No one ever needs to find out.
This novel takes the reader through the day in the life of Lucy, and
not just any day but the most critical day. Readers will keep turning
the pages to find out what decisions Lucy makes and what ultimately
happens. This is a book to watch....powerful, relevant, and
intriguing.
Full review on my blog, YA Books and More
Naomi Bates
Northwest HS Library Justin, Texas
TASL chair-elect, Texas Library Association
nbates@nisdtx.org
817-215-0203
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