
Cynthia Rylant's Newbery Medal-winning "Missing May" is a tender and profound exploration of grief, love, and resilience. Twelve-year-old Summer, an orphan who found her true home with Aunt May and Uncle Ob, must navigate her own sorrow while witnessing her uncle's deep depression after May's sudden passing. Their unconventional quest to find a "spirit medium" with Summer's quirky classmate Cletus leads them on a road trip through West Virginia. This beautifully written story offers a gentle yet honest look at loss, the enduring power of family bonds, and the slow, often surprising, path back to hope and living. It's ideal for children aged 8-12.
After the death of the beloved aunt who has raised her, twelve-year-old Summer and her uncle Ob leave their West Virginia trailer in search of the strength to go on living.