Blume, J. (2013). Tiger eyes: A novel. New York: Random House.
Davey Wexler, a fifteen year old girl from New Jersey is faced with something that no child should face, her father's death. It was not expected, sending the family into a state of shock and denial. In order to move on with their lives, Davey's mom decides to move the family to New Mexico to live with their aunt and uncle. It is there that Davey, also know as Tiger Eyes, meets a boy who calls himself Wolf. Together their friendship helps Davey understand and deal with her own grief, until Wolf's father dies of cancer and he leaves. She meets another friend, Jane, who is an alcoholic, and desperately tries to get her help. Davey goes to therapy where she is eventually able to grieve properly and this helps her tremendously. Near the end, Davey's mom decides they are ready to go back to New Jersey, where they start over. Davey feels as though she has changed so much, but wonders if people will notice back home.
This is a story of survival for the Wexler family. Dealing with the struggles of losing a member of the family is something that unfortunately some people must face. This is a perfect book for young adults who are put in a similar situation. It shows the real emotions that one must face and that you can overcome them with time. Part of the theme is overcoming your fears, which Davey is eventually able to face, thanks to her therapist. Recommended for early teens or older. Good read that is not like most Judy Blume's books.
Tiger Eyes has also been made into a movie. See the trailer here.
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