Anna O'Mally is a born writer -- gifted, perceptive, headed for the stars. Or she was, until the tragic death of her uncle Joe. He was barely older than Anna herself, and she worshipped the ground he walked on. Best of all, Anna got to live in the glow of knowing that she was the most important person in his world, too.
Anna has promised everyone -- her shrink, her parents, her best friend -- that Joe's one-year "deadaversary" will be the end of her period of mourning. But when a strange note suggests that her saintly uncle had deep secrets, Anna stumbles into a chain of events that changes everything she thought she knew about the past, the possibilities of love...and origami.
"Eventually, the protagonist's attempts at suppression lead to an increase in self-destructive tendencies that spiral out of control until she can no longer hold back. Bassett's debut novel scores a hat-trick of literary merit in a strongly crafted and complex plot, deeply drawn characters with palpable grief, and beautifully woven and rich prose. This title will appeal most to readers of realistic fiction, especially those looking for a deeply engaging, emotional story" -- Adrienne L. Strock, School Library Journal
Recommended Age | 13 and up |
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Author | Kate Bassett |
ISBN | 0738740292 |
Publication Date | Sep 8, 2014 |
Publisher | Flux |
Language | English |