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Description
Mourning Song follows Cassie, a teenage girl diagnosed with a brain tumor, as she receives an anonymous letter offering her a single wish. She grapples with her emotions, leans on the support of family and friends, and decides what to wish for as her illness progresses. Set in a modern suburban setting, the story examines hope, loss, and how personal choices shape what remains of her life.
Quick Summary
Two sisters, one battling leukemia, set out on a road trip that turns grief into a road-side treasure hunt. Readers will cheer as they uncover hidden clues, share laugh-out-loud banter, and feel the bittersweet tug of love when the sisters confront the hardest truth together. If your teen loves the raw emotion of "The Fault in Our Stars" but craves a sister-driven quest, this story will hit the spot. Perfect for readers in grades 9-12 who want a moving, realistic tale about hope, loss, and the unbreakable bond of siblings.