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Nick’s father has suddenly ceased working and refuses to leave the house, casting uncertainty over the family’s life. Nick and his mother both deny the possibility of a mental illness underlying his father’s behavior. As the situation only grows more precarious, the family must learn to face the reality of the illness and work together toward a solution.
The novel is a quiet, sensitive exploration of a young boy’s relationship with his father, a father’s battles with mental health, and the way that denial and acceptance affect family dynamics.
"The Keeper" is recognized as a highly regarded young adult title that sensitively addresses mental illness in a family setting.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Contemporary Fiction
Authors: Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
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