The Float Test

The Float Test by Lynn Steger Strong is a layered family drama that follows the Kenner siblings as they reunite in their childhood hometown after a significant loss, navigating complex relationships, secrets, and the shifting climate around them. As they confront their past and present, the novel explores themes of family, betrayal, love, and the impact of secrets, set against a backdrop of a growingly oppressive environment. With its honest portrayal of family dynamics and personal struggles, this compelling story delves into what it means to be connected and how those ties can both nurture and threaten us.