Memory

Written by Margaret Mahy

A young man seeks answers to a tragic accident, finding unexpected wisdom from an Alzheimer's patient.

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288 pages· 920L

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Bookroo's summary

Nineteen-year-old Jonny Dart is haunted by the hazy memory of the accident that claimed his sister's life. On its fifth anniversary, he searches for clarity, hoping to find his sister's best friend, the only other witness. Instead, he meets Sophie, an elderly woman with Alzheimer's, who offers unexpected lessons on memory and loss. As Jonny navigates his guilt and confusion, will he uncover the truth he seeks, or find something more profound? This journey of remembrance and healing challenges Jonny to confront his past and redefine his understanding of love and forgiveness.

From the publisher

On the fifth anniversary of his sister’s death, nineteen-year-old Jonny Dart is still troubled by guilt and an imperfect memory of the accident that took her life. He goes searching for the only other witness to the fatal event, his sister’s best friend. But instead of finding the answers he’s looking for, he finds Sophie – a gentle old woman suffering from Alzheimer’s disease, who teaches him about remembering and about loss.