Timothy and Frannie have both lost a parent: Tim, his father in an accident; Frannie, her mother through a long-term illness. The children's emotions are realistically shown, along with a brief discussion about which is worse: the accident or the long-term illness. Timothy's anger, guilt and problems at school are shown, as well as his mother's inability to cope. Timothy reaches a point of closure and healing by the end of the book.

Grief is a hard thing, especially for a child, but sometimes having another peer who understands helps more than a professional can. Book Review
5-8 years
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