The Grief Keeper facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Alexandra Villasante |
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| Language | English |
| Genre | Young adult novel, science fiction |
| Publisher | Putnam |
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Publication date
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2019 |
| Awards | Lambda Literary Award |
| ISBN | 978-0-525-51402-2 |
The Grief Keeper is a science fiction novel for young adults. It was written by Alexandra Villasante. The book came out in 2019 from Putnam. It won the Lambda Literary Award the next year.
About The Grief Keeper
This book is a science fiction story. Science fiction often includes ideas about the future or advanced technology. It is also a young adult novel. This means it is written for readers around 12 to 18 years old.
The Story
The story is about two sisters, Marisol and Gabi. They are from a country called El Salvador. The sisters are trying to find safety in the United States. They find themselves at a facility near the American border.
Marisol, the older sister, faces a tough choice. She must take part in a special, new procedure. If she does not, she might be sent back to her home country. This procedure is linked to helping people deal with sadness.
Awards and Recognition
The Grief Keeper won an important prize. It received the Lambda Literary Award. This award celebrates books that feature LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, and others) themes. It shows the book's impact and quality.
