Name: Sorry for Your Loss
ISBN: 9781459827073

Joanne Levy

In this novel for middle readers, twelve-year-old Evie befriends a boy who is grieving the loss of both his parents.

Sorry for Your Loss

Heaven Adore

Rating - 4.5 stars

Ah, my heart. 💔 This story was so sad and almost made me want to cry at times. I think it's the idea of how what happened to Oren could actually happen to a kid in real life. Yet, it's not everyday that a kid loses their parents in an instance. 

I loved the humor, especially Evie's awkwardness around Oren. Sometimes she talked way too much, just rambling about whatever, which I found humorous. But I absolutely loved the relationship that eventually was built between them. It was really sweet and heartwarming, especially because she was able to help him learn to cope with the loss.

I will say that the bullies were kind of annoying. Although they only appeared a couple of times, they were very repetitive in their insulting. Also, I found it strange how it was talked about that the 'souls' of the people who died were around until the person was buried. Honestly, that's just creepy.

Nevertheless, this was a sad yet enjoyable read! There were many saddening moments, laughable ones, and overall sweetness.

Sorry for Your Loss

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