The House You Pass On the Way

In this lyrical coming-of-age story by a three-time Newbery Honor winning author, thirteen-year-old Staggerlee, formerly known as Evangeline, grapples with her identity amidst the shadows of her past, including the tragic loss of her grandparents and her parents' interracial marriage. As she navigates her feelings for her friend Hazel, the arrival of cousin Trout offers Staggerlee a glimpse into potential futures and the complexities of growing up, all while feeling set apart from the world around her.