The Best Dysfunctional Families Books for Kids

Summary: Twelve-year-old Garnet is drawn into the eerie Crossroad House, where her estranged magical family hides sinister secrets. As she navigates the decaying halls, she discovers her dying grandfather's dark quest for immortality. With each mysterious accident and illness, Garnet must unravel whether she's part of a curse or its key to breaking. Can she survive the family's dangerous power struggles and uncover the truth before it's too late?

Summary: In Lawton, Alabama, star quarterback West Ashby hides his father's terminal illness behind a confident facade. Newcomer Maggie Carleton, silent since witnessing her father's crime, conceals her own trauma. At a party, West confides in Maggie, expecting relief. Instead, he discovers a shared pain and an unexpected bond. Can their connection heal their broken hearts, or will their secrets tear them apart?

Summary: Milly, Aubrey, and Jonah barely know each other, yet they're drawn to their estranged grandmother's island resort. As they delve into their family's shadowy past, secrets unravel, revealing a history that could change everything. What dark truths await them, and why were they summoned? This summer, the Story cousins must confront the mysteries that tore their family apart.