Between Two Skies

Between Two Skies tells the poignant story of Evangeline Riley, a sixteen-year-old girl whose life in a small Louisiana fishing town is upended by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Before the storm, Evangeline finds peace on her skiff, deeply connected to her bayou home, her friends, and her beloved Mamere. The narrative explores the devastating impact of the hurricane, not just on the physical landscape but on the community and Evangeline's sense of self. It delves into themes of loss, displacement, resilience, and the struggle to maintain cultural identity when everything familiar is gone. Parents should be aware that this book deals with the trauma of a natural disaster and the challenges of being a refugee, offering a powerful, character-driven exploration of coming of age amidst profound change.