Synopsis
Drift is a powerful and moving novel about loss, grief, and the power of friendship and family.
Seventeen-year-old Tillie Mercer has always felt like an outsider. She's never quite fit in, and she's always been a bit of a loner. But when her best friend, Sarah, dies suddenly, Tillie's world is shattered.
Tillie is consumed by grief and guilt. She can't believe that Sarah is gone, and she can't understand why she didn't see it coming. She starts to withdraw from her friends and family, and she begins to spiral out of control.
But Tillie is not alone. Her family and friends are there for her, and they help her to start to heal. With their support, Tillie begins to confront her grief and to find a way to move on.
Review
Drift is a beautifully written and deeply moving novel. Rachel Hatch Ryan has crafted a powerful story about loss, grief, and the power of friendship and family.
Tillie is a complex and relatable character. She is flawed and she makes mistakes, but she is also strong and resilient. Readers will root for Tillie as she struggles to come to terms with her grief and to find her way in life.
Drift is a must-read for anyone who has ever experienced loss. It is a powerful and moving story that will stay with readers long after they finish reading it.
About the Author
Rachel Hatch Ryan is a writer and editor. She holds an MFA in creative writing from the University of Iowa. Her work has appeared in The Rumpus, The Millions, and The Washington Post.
Drift is Rachel Hatch Ryan's debut novel.
