I Am the Ghost in Your House

Reach for this book when your teenager expresses a profound sense of being invisible, lonely, or disconnected from their peers. It is an ideal choice for the quiet child who feels like a background character in their own life or for those navigating the isolation of frequent moves and changing social circles. The story follows Pie, a girl who is literally invisible and has spent her life hiding in the homes of strangers with her mother. When her mother vanishes, Pie must decide if she is brave enough to reveal her existence to the world. While the premise is fantastical, the emotional core is deeply grounded in the adolescent search for identity and the vulnerability required to build genuine friendships. It explores themes of codependency, the fear of being truly known, and the courage it takes to step into the light. With its haunting, atmospheric tone, it is best suited for readers aged 14 and up who appreciate lyrical prose and metaphorical storytelling.