Books like If only by Carole Geithner
In “If Only,” Carole Geithner follows thirteen‑year‑old Corinna as she enters eighth grade in Maryland, grappling with a sudden loss. The novel paints a tender portrait of grief and the psychological challenges of adolescence within a school setting. Through quiet moments and shifting relationships, Corinna confronts the difficulty of moving forward while still holding onto the memory of her mother.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Carole Geithner
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