Sophie Someone

Reach for this book when your middle-schooler is grappling with questions of identity, feeling like an outsider, or navigating the realization that parents are flawed people with their own secrets. Sophie Someone is a gripping mystery about a fourteen-year-old girl living in Belgium who begins to suspect that her family's move from England years ago wasn't just a simple relocation. As Sophie starts to piece together the truth about her past, she discovers a family secret that changes everything she thought she knew about herself. The story beautifully captures the weight of hidden truths and the messy reality of family loyalty. It is an ideal choice for adolescents who enjoy puzzles and are beginning to explore the complexities of personal history and honesty. The book handles its central mystery with sensitivity and realism, making it a powerful tool for discussing the importance of truth and the resilience of identity.