Statistic of the Day: Alzheimer's disease was first identified more than 100 years ago, but research into its symptons, causes, risk factors, and treatment has only gained momentum in the last 30 years. The cause is still unknown. from the Alzheimer's Association website.
Remember This by Susan Thompson Underdahl is a novel about a 17-year-old girl, Lucy, experiencing the usual teenage angst in small town America. She has normal teenage girl experiences and problems - a cheerleading tryout that ends in disaster, misunderstandings with girlfriends, and conflicted feelings about a boy who shows interest in her. She also has experiences and problems that extend beyond her age group. Her grandma seems to be experiencing memory loss. As the family discusses what to do about Grandma, they invite her to live in their house, in Lucy's room, and everyone tries to find a new normal just as everything seems out of their control.
Lucy is an interesting and lovable main character, with some flaws, but ones that make her real and accessible. The setting is Williston, ND, the author's home town, but it could be any small town in America. Susan Thompson Underdahl writes a story that touches on issues relevant to teens and multi-generational living.
I recommend this book to anyone from early teens on up. Click here to read more about Susan and her books.
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