Almost April by Zoa Sherburne

In Almost April, Karen’s world changes when her divorced mother dies and her grandmother falls ill. She moves in with her father and his new wife, navigating grief, guilt, and fresh feelings as she grows almost into adulthood. Zoa Sherburne’s compassionate storytelling offers a gentle, emotionally rich portrayal of teen resilience and the meaning of family.

Paperback, 1964

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