Blind Faith

A parent would reach for this book when their teenager is struggling to bridge the gap between their own logic and a parent's sudden, extreme shift in belief systems following a family tragedy. It is a vital resource for families navigating the complex intersection of grief, skepticism, and the search for meaning when one person's coping mechanism creates distance from the rest of the family. Following the death of her grandmother, protagonist Liz must watch her mother descend into a spiritualist obsession that threatens their household stability. The story explores the tension between faith and fact, the pain of parental emotional absence, and the empowerment that comes from finding one's own voice. It is most appropriate for readers aged 12 and up who are ready for a realistic, sometimes heavy look at family dynamics and the fallibility of adults.