So Far Away

Thirteen-year-old Natalie Gallagher seeks refuge from her parents' divorce and cyberbullying by immersing herself in a mysterious 1920s diary of Bridget O'Connell, an Irish maid. As she explores Bridget's story with the help of a sympathetic archivist, Natalie uncovers parallels between their lives and finds a connection that could transform her understanding of her own struggles. The novel intertwines past and present, revealing how the stories of two young women from different eras can offer hope and insight during difficult times.