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When seventeen-year-old Genesis Sommer's father disappears on Moosehead Lake near their small-town Maine home, she must cope with the pressure of keeping her family together, even while rumors plague her.
Quick Summary
Genesis Sommer's world gets turned upside down when her dad vanishes on Moosehead Lake, and the whole town seems to have an opinion about what happened. The story follows her as she tries to keep her family together, hunts for clues, and navigates the usual teenage pressures of friendship and first love, all while rumors swirl around her. It's a mystery that feels personal rather than over-the-top, and the crisp Maine setting makes the cold lake almost palpable, pulling you in like you're standing on the shore yourself. If you enjoy realistic coming-of-age stories with a dash of suspense think the small-town vibe of "The Sister" or the emotional pull of "The Last Summer of the Sweet Tea" you'll find it hard to put this one down. Parents will appreciate that it tackles loss and resilience without graphic language or mature content, making it a solid choice for high-schoolers who want a story that's both heart-wrenching and hopeful.