Gr 4–8—A heartbreaking but realistic account of a child's life soon after a sexual assault by a trusted family member.
The story is seamlessly woven into a series of journal entries and scrapbook pages, and the author thoughtfully
examines the complicated emotions children may feel after going through such trauma.

I had to get a counselor to read this book because I didn't know if all students should have access. It struck me as a book that needs to be shared with someone helping a person overcome sexual abuse. Four adults have now read it, and I know people will disagree; but, we placed it in professional section for counselors to know who it would help in recovery from incest.

The book takes about 10 minutes to read and is listed for grades 3 - 6 or 4 - 8, depending on who did the review. In the book, a girl tells how she feels about seeing her cousin whom she used to like (and still does) but also doesn't want to see him because he raped her. There are many layers and difficulties that I do not have knowledge about. It's very well done and will relate to kids in the same situation, but they need guidance as well. It doesn't tell HOW to deal or HOW to feel--a kid would need someone to help. The book shows empathy. ( )