A Junior Library Guild Selection
"Gordon's middle-grade debut is gritty, messy, and honest, with complex, nuanced characters navigating a realistically complex world that includes abuse, drug use, and homophobia. Ash's simple request at the end--'I want to live with people who actually care about me'--feels earned, and attainable . . . A finely drawn and cleanly written story that will give readers hope." --
Kirkus Reviews,
starred review "Poignant, powerful, and brilliantly crafted. I couldn't put this book down. This story is narrated authentically and respectfully . . . a true love letter to all kiddos searching for a place to call home. This much-needed book will stay with you long after you put it down." --Ernesto Cisneros, winner of the Pura Belpré Award
"With humor and compassion, Gia Gordon explores the nuances of what it means to be a family, respectfully balancing between the realities of foster care and the universal desire to belong.
My So-Called Family hits home." --G. Neri, Printz and Coretta Scott King Award-winning writer
"A heart affirming, honest, and beautiful book. Gia Gordon has given us a story full of lyrical, exact, and tenacious prose, as we climb wise trees, cry, laugh, and find our voices alongside Ash. Ash and her spunky and brave group of friends teach us that found family, belonging, love, and joy can hold us close, even on our darkest days. I loved every page--a gorgeous rendering of what it means to find home in ourselves and others." --Mariama J. Lockington, Stonewall Honor and Schneider Family Book Award winning author of
In the Key of Us and
Forever is Now 
