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New York Timesbest-selling author Ann Hood pens a poignant story of grief and resilience, perfect for readers ofThe Thing About Jellyfish.

“A testament to the power of human connection. Jack Cheng, award-winning author ofSee You in the Cosmos


Katie was Jude’s favorite person in the world. And not many brothers say that about their sister and mean it. But to Jude, Katie was everything–the person who made him learn how to say “I love you” in every language, who performed dramatic readings ofRomeo and Juliet, who obsessed over every item on the diner menu looking for the mostauthenticdiner meal. The one who called him “Jude Banks, Superhero,” because to her, Jude was the best.

She was also the person who died. Out of nowhere, and without a goodbye. And Jude believes he was the one who killed her.

Now, twelve-year-old Jude must figure out what life looks like without his favorite person. With Mom checked out, and Dad just trying to do his best, Jude enters a world of grief youth groups and dropped-off lasagnas. It’s only when he meets a girl named Clementine, who also lost a sibling, that he begins to imagine a world wheremaybethings might be okay. But Clementine is also feeling a terrible guilt, and even though Katie called Jude a “superhero,” he isn’t sure he can save her.

In her signature prose, Hood crafts an extraordinary story of grief and resilience, asking the important question: How does a family begin to heal?

Praise forJude Banks, Superhero:
“Hood is brilliant at showing the ordinary moments of a familys heartbreak There are many readers who are navigating guilt and sorrow right now for them, this book is a must. And for those lucky enough to take the journey only in their imaginations, this is a story of resilience in the face of devastating pain.New York Times Book Review

“A tender story of grief and joy… a remarkable read.”School Library Connection(Starred Review)

“Hoods careful gardening of emotions makes this a striking read… Fans of Ali Benjamin’sThe Thing about Jellyfishwill appreciate Judes search for meaning and reason as he learns to live around the hole his sister has left.”Booklist(Starred Review)

Ann Hood tells Judes story of grief without coating it in too much sugar; its real, and therein lies its power.Jude Banksis a mirror for anyone whos experienced loss, and a testament to the power of human connection.Jack Cheng, award-winning author ofSee You in the Cosmos

“Jude Banks is warm and inviting, even as it balances the difficult topics of loss and healinga powerful and compelling story for anyone who has known loss.”Rex Ogle, award winning author ofFree Lunch