When her mom runs away from home, Rachel is left behind with her emotionally distant father and many questions she cannot answer. Over time, she learns the truth about her mom. But, it's only when she learns the truth about her dad, the rock--immoveable and always there for her to lean on--that Rachel can move toward understanding. Every word rings true in this achingly real novel in verse....

When her mom runs away from home, Rachel is left behind with her emotionally distant father and many questions she cannot answer. Over time, she learns the truth about her mom. But, it's only when she learns the truth about her dad, the rock--immoveable and always there for her to lean on--that Rachel can move toward understanding. Every word rings true in this achingly real novel in verse....

Before her mom leaves, she tells Rachel that her dad is a rock, the good kind you can always count on. Now, left alone with her emotionally distant father, Rachel has more questions than answers. Over time she learns the truth about her mom. But it's only when she learns the truth about her dad--the rock--that she can move toward understanding. This bittersweet story of loss and revelation reveals the powerful and complex bond between fathers and daughters.

"Readers will hug this book. I did."
--LEE BENNETT HOPKINS...