Meet sisters Noemi and Jasmin, whose lives are bound by secrets and lies. While their mother insists that they be each other’s best friends, the siblings are sisters by blood and nothing else. Noemi, the older sibling, has always been a masterful storyteller, spinning tales that captivate everyone around her. But when Noemi vanishes into thin air, she leaves her younger sister, Jasmin to confront a world shattered by deceit. “Where is Noemi?” is a compelling young adult novel that explores the complexities of sisterhood, the power of forgiveness, and the unbreakable bonds that tie us together. In a race against time, Jasmin must unravel the mysteries of her sister’s disappearance to bring Noemi home. Will Jasmin unravel the mystery of Noemi’s disappearance, or will the darkness of lies keep them apart forever?
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I wanted to strangle Noemi throughout so many times. Every time she lied or manipulated Jasmin. Every time she broke her mother's rules. Every time she left her sister alone to go off and do who knows what. I completely understand rebelling against a strict parent (most teenagers do at some point or another), but I wanted to strangle her!
Jasmin is sweet and loyal. Always going along with her crazy stories, always covering for Noemi. Stephen is a good friend. Ma is a hard-working, overwhelmed single mother who is doing the best she can to support her girls and raise them as best she can. My heart broke for her.
I loved the way it was written, giving us glimpses into their past while unraveling their present. It was fast paced, well written and captivating from beginning to end.
Growing up with my brother, I often found myself wondering how different life might be with a sister. While my brother and I share our own special bond, I've always been fascinated by the unique dynamics between sisters – the way they fight and forgive, share secrets, and stand together through life's challenges. This curiosity inspired me to write "Where is Noemi," a story that explores the complexities of sisterhood.
Having experienced the strength of sibling love through my relationship with my brother, I wanted to imagine how that bond might manifest differently between sisters, especially when tested by fear and uncertainty. Through this story, we discover that while all sibling relationships are precious, each type has its own distinct character and challenges.
I invite you to join in unraveling the mystery of Noemi's disappearance, while experiencing the powerful connection between sisters that drives this story forward. Whether you have a sister, a brother, or grew up as an only child, I hope you'll find something meaningful in this exploration of family bonds under pressure.
Thank you for being part of this journey. May you enjoy both the suspense of the mystery and the deep dive into the heart of sisterhood.