Road Signs That Say West

Left to house sit one summer while their parents are in Europe, three sisters set out on a cross-Canada road trip instead. Through near disasters, new acquaintances, and the revelation of close-kept secrets, the sisters' ties are by turns tested and strengthened.

It's Hanna's wild idea, of course: take their mom's car, pack up the tent, and drive across the country. Just three sisters, one guitar, and the Trans Canada Highway. They can be back in Nova Scotia before their parents are home from Europe. She doesn't say she wants to forget about what happened in Italy, and at university. Claire doesn't say she keeps having nightmares about her friend's recent suicide. Megan doesn't say much, unless it's a complaint. But maybe they all feel, somehow, that this is their one chance to do something together, something big, before time begins to scatter them.

With empathy and insight, Sylvia Gunnery writes an engaging summer read about three sisters navigating the difficult roads of adolescence, trauma, secrets, shame, and fear for the future.

Peopled with chance encounters and warmed with fireside heart-to-hearts, Road Signs that Say West is a compelling ride through real life.

Author: Sylvia Gunnery
Publisher: Pajama Press
Published: 05/01/2017
Pages: 216
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 8.00h x 5.50w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781772780239
Age Range: 12-18

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2017
School Library Journal 06/01/2017
Voice of Youth Advocates 06/01/2017 - Reviewed - How Did It Get Published