An ALSC Notable Children’s Book of 2023
A School Library Journal Best Book of 2022
A Texas Little Mavericks 2023 Graphic Novel Reading List Selection
Published by Roaring Brook / Macmillan
Lucy's always looked up to her big sister, Olivia, even though the two are polar opposites. But then, Lucy notices Olivia starts to change. Olivia doesn't want to play with Lucy anymore, she's unhappy with the way she looks, and she's refusing to eat her dinner. Finally, Lucy discovers that her sister is not just growing up: Olivia is also struggling with an eating disorder.
While her family is focused on her sister's recovery, Lucy is left alone to navigate school and friendships. Lucy feels lonely and like she's always on the verge of messing up.
But with time, work, and self-love, both sisters begin to heal. Soon enough, Olivia and Lucy find their way back to each other―because sisters are forever.
★ "In her debut graphic novel, Willis draws from her own childhood; the result is a resonant and achingly real work... Middle grade readers will be utterly absorbed by this heartfelt graphic novel that explores the complexities of
family dynamics, body image, and self-acceptance." ―School Library Journal, starred review
★ "The accessible tone and format allow a difficult topic to be gently revealed with painful honesty balanced by humor and silliness... Compassionately approaches the stigma and mystery surrounding eating disorders." ―Kirkus, starred review
"Willis’s cathartic debut foregrounds a deep sisterly bond at a crossroads." ―Publishers Weekly
"[T]his captivating story together is [held together by] Lucy and Livy’s unbreakable bond of sisterhood, authentically portrayed in both art and text." ―Horn Book
