Un verano para morir (A Summer to Die)

Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the messy, uncomfortable overlap of sibling jealousy and genuine worry. It is a powerful resource for middle schoolers who feel guilty about their own negative thoughts toward a sibling who has become the center of family attention due to a medical crisis. The story follows Meg, a photography enthusiast who feels plain compared to her beautiful sister Molly. When Molly is diagnosed with a terminal illness, Meg must navigate a sea of resentment, grief, and eventually, acceptance. Lois Lowry handles this heavy subject with a quiet, grounded realism that respects a young reader's emotional intelligence. It is ideal for ages 10 to 14, providing a safe space to acknowledge that loving someone doesn't mean you always like them, and that complex feelings are a normal part of the grieving process.