Everything All at Once

Description

Lottie Reeves has always struggled with anxiety, and when her beloved Aunt Helen dies, Lottie begins to fear that her own unexpected death might be waiting around every corner. Aunt Helen wasn't a typical aunt. She was the author of the best-selling Alvin Hatter series, about siblings who discover the elixir of immortality. Her writing inspired a generation of readers. In her will, she leaves one last writing project-just for Lottie. It's a series of letters, each containing mysterious instructions designed to push Lottie out of her comfort zone. Soon, Lottie's trying some writing of her own, leaping off cliffs, and even falling for a boy she's only just met. Then the letters reveal an extraordinary secret about the inspiration for the Alvin Hatter series. Lottie finds herself faced with an impossible choice, one that will force her to confront her greatest fear once and for all. This gorgeous novel is perfect for fans of Jennifer Niven, with the scavenger hunt feel of Thirteen Little Blue Envelopes, and a dash of magic that evokes Tuck Everlasting.

Katrina Leno grew up in Connecticut and spent her childhood summers by the shore in Massachusetts, where The Half Life of Molly Pierce takes place. Katrina was first published at the age of sixteen in the Connecticut Review and now holds an MFA in creative writing. This is her first novel.

"A charming and sophisticated take on handling grief with a mystical twist ending that is sure to engage teens nostalgic for the magic of reading Harry Potter or Tuck Everlasting for the first time." -- Kirkus Reviews Praise for The Lost & Found: "A rich, romantic story about two thoughtful teenagers on a quest for meaning." -- Publishers Weekly "A beautiful exploration of loss...Quirky, endearing, and believable characters propel a narrative that pulls readers in with every mile of the road trip. An emotional journey that's well worth the ride." -- School Library Journal "Characters readers can believe in and care about." -- Kirkus Reviews "THE LOST AND FOUND has so many of the things I love-friendship, romance, roadtrips, lots of breakfast sandwiches, and even a little bit of magic. Leno balances humor and sadness beautifully and the relationships all feel warm and true." -- Michelle Falkoff, author of Playlist for the Dead and Pushing Perfect "The characters and the road trip alone are a winning combination. The premise is where the magic happens." -- Adi Alsaid, author of Let's Get Lost and Never Always Sometimes Praise for The Half Life of Molly Pierce: "Introduces a fierce new presence." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "A fascinating debut ... something original indeed. Readers will absolutely need to know the end of this unique inward-facing mystery." -- Booklist "A fast-moving thriller...relentless." -- Kirkus Reviews "The race to uncover Molly's truth will keep readers turning pages." -- School Library Journal "5 out of 5 bright, beautiful stars." -- TeenReads.com "A moving, expertly wrought story that will keep surprising you past the last page." -- Bennett Madison, author of September Girls "A smart, seductive page-turner, deeply felt and full of surprises." -- Madeleine George, author of The Difference Between You and Me