A Heart in a Body in the World by Deb Caletti
It has been almost a year since the event that changed Annabelle’s life, yet the guilt and shame still haunt her. One night in a fast food parking lot, she snaps and just starts running away from it all – the city, her memories, and her regrets. Her grandfather joins her on this journey, along with her brother and two friends (who end up being her publicity team) as they embark on a months-long trek from Seattle to Washington, D.C. As support of her cause gains the attention of the media, people start showing up to cheer her on at state lines and even throw her a block party. While Annabelle appreciates the support, she still struggles to escape her past.
This moving and powerful read highlight that trauma does not need to be dealt with alone as well as the importance of emotional well-being.
Deb Caletti is an award-winning author of young adult and adult fiction. All her books have been set in the Pacific Northwest – where she has spent her whole life. She was born in California and currently lives with her family in Seattle, Washington.
