Tender

"Tender" tells the story of fifteen-year-old Liv, whose world is upended by the death of her cherished grandmother. Forced to leave her familiar life in New York City, Liv moves to rural California to live with her biological father, a gruff abalone diver she has never met. The book explores Liv's journey of navigating profound grief, adapting to a vastly different environment, and slowly building a relationship with a father who is essentially a stranger. It's a deeply emotional and introspective read, perfect for young readers grappling with loss, change, or complex family dynamics. Parents should be aware of the central theme of death and the emotional challenges Liv faces.

After her beloved Gran dies, fifteen-year-old Liv goes to California to live with the father she has never known and must adjust to his gruff ways and his life as an abalone diver, so different from her life in New York City.