Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano

A horrible tragedy occurs when an airplane falls from the sky leaving one young boy alive and alone. Edward has lost his whole family and even with his aunt and uncle taking him to their home and the intense friendship he has with the girl next door, he still feels alone. Being the sole survivor carries a huge weight as Edward discovers. He and Shay fight to find meaning and a direction in all the chaos and hopefully find a way forward. It is a story of profound sadness and grief but there is also hope, kindness, and clarity. Delicately handled and emotionally charged, the experiences of those on board the plane and those left behind are profound and will stay with you for a long time after you close the book.