All That's Missing

In Sarah Sullivan's debut novel, eleven-year-old Arlo navigates the challenges of caring for his grandfather, Poppo, whose frequent time-blurring adventures threaten to unravel their family. When Poppo ends up hospitalized and social services intervene, Arlo embarks on a journey across 300 miles to uncover the family he’s never known—the grandmother he must find to understand his true roots. Blending honesty and magical realism, the story explores themes of home, trust, and resilience in a heartfelt and evocative tale suitable for all ages.