Too Bright to See

In this Newbery Honor Book, eleven-year-old Bug is faced with the challenges of summer before middle school, as their best friend Moira dives into preparations for a new social life. While Moira focuses on clothes, makeup, and boys, Bug grapples with a haunting in their rural Vermont home and a deeper, personal truth about being transgender. As Bug uncovers the ghost's identity, they simultaneously embark on a journey of self-discovery, blending themes of friendship and acceptance.