Closer to Nowhere

In this poignant middle grade novel in verse by bestselling author Ellen Hopkins, readers follow the intertwined lives of cousins Hannah and Cal as they navigate the complexities of family and belonging. Hannah's once-stable world is disrupted when Cal, who struggles with his past and uses humor to cope, moves into her home, leading to tension and conflict within the family. As they share their experiences through alternating perspectives, both cousins must confront their truths and work towards understanding each other and the family bonds they strive to preserve.