Acquainted With the Night

In this poignant chapter book, seventeen-year-old Molly navigates a challenging summer on a remote Maine island. She forms a deep bond with her older cousin, who is struggling with the profound grief and trauma stemming from his father's suicide and his own experiences in the Vietnam War. As Molly supports him, they also find themselves entangled with a troubled ghost, adding a layer of mystery and supernatural suspense to their emotional journey. This book explores themes of grief, trauma, family connection, and resilience, making it suitable for mature middle-grade or young adult readers.

During a summer on a Maine island, seventeen-year-old Molly and her older cousin become very close, as she helps him deal with his father's suicide and his experiences in the Vietnam War, and as together they share encounters with a troubled ghost.