It has been some time since I’ve celebrated the publication of a new novel, and the wait is now just a little over a month. Sunshine comes out May 18th, and I’m delighted with the early reviews. Here are a few snippets to give you a sneak peek:

“Richly character driven, immersive, evocative, and painfully sad, this effort can’t fail to move young readers. . . . An outstanding exploration of childhood trauma from a masterful author.”
—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“A moving story about a boy and his dog and the solace a pet, real or imagined, can bring.”
—School Library Journal

“Book groups will thrive with this title, as there is much character development and action upon which to reflect.”
—School Library Connection