Catch the Light

Catch the Light is an evocative young adult novel that beautifully weaves themes of grief, love, and self-discovery. Perfect for readers who adore nuanced narratives akin to those by Nina LaCour and Jandy Nelson, this compelling story follows Marigold, a teenager grappling with her father's death. As she relocates from sunny Los Angeles to the serene yet challenging landscapes of rural upstate New York, Marigold faces the emotional turmoil of leaving behind her best friend, older sister, and a long-distance relationship amidst her senior year of high school. In this immersive narrative, Marigold's struggle to remember her father while forging new connections is poignantly depicted.

While adjusting to her new surroundings, she meets Jesse, a fellow photographer who shares her passion for capturing life’s fleeting moments. Their deepening bond adds depth to the plot as Marigold navigates the tricky waters of moving forward without forgetting her past. This coming-of-age story resonates with anyone who has faced sudden change and the bittersweet process of healing. Catch the Light invites you to explore how love can bloom despite the shadows of loss, making it a must-read for fans of contemporary romance and emotional journeys.

Join Marigold on her profound journey through grief and new beginnings. This beautifully crafted tale is not just about moving forward but about understanding the weight of memories and knowing what truly matters in life. Immerse yourself in this heartfelt exploration—because even when we can't hold onto the past, we can choose what we keep in our hearts.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780593464014
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Pages: 352


Description:
A love story perfect for fans of Nina LaCour and Jandy Nelson about a girl who moves cross country and finds herself falling for someone new who throws her whole life out of order.

"Beautifully captured, like a photograph of a stolen moment. I ached for Marigold in her journey to move forward while not forgetting her past. Kate Sweeney's Catch the Light overflows with grief, love, and growing up."--Amy Spalding, bestselling author of We Used to Be Friends

Nine months after the death of her father, Marigold is forced to pick up and move from sunny Los Angeles all the way across the country to rural upstate New York. According to her mom, living with her aunt in a big old house in the woods is the fresh start Marigold and her little sister need. But Mary aches for the things she's leaving behind-her best friend, her older sister, her now-long-distance boyfriend, and the senior year that felt like her only chance at making things feel normal again.

On top of everything, Mary has a troubling secret- she's starting to forget her dad. The void he's left in her memory is quickly getting filled with bonfires, house parties, and hours in the darkroom with Jesse, a fellow photographer and kindred spirit whom she can't stop thinking about. As the beauty of Mary's new world begins to sink in and her connection with Jesse grows stronger, she feels caught between her old life and her new one. Mary might just be losing her grip on the pieces of her life that she's tried so hard to hold together.

When the two finally come crashing together, Mary will have to decide what she really wants and come to terms with the ways that the loss of her dad has changed who she is. Even if she can't hold on to her past forever, maybe she can choose what to keep.