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Remember I love you . . . Lucy Kellogg is looking forward to a great her fearless best friend, Sukie, has talked her into trying out for the cheer team, and her witty and worldly grandmother, Nana Lucy, is coming to visit. But an errant toe touch jump during tryouts leads to public humiliation, and a controversial (but totally hot) boy from the past turns up, threatening Lucy's friendship with Sukie. Meanwhile, things are changing with Nana Lucy. Now the woman who always told her, "Remember I love you," is forgetting everything―even her granddaughter. A scary close call ultimately forces Lucy to face her worst fears-and, as one Lucy fades, another comes into her own . . . Praise for The Other Sister by S.T.
"This vivid, realistic portrait of a family in transition will hold readers' interest to the very last page." ― SLJ
"This vivid, realistic portrait of a family in transition will hold readers' interest to the very last page." ― SLJ
- GenresYoung AdultRomance
282 pages, Paperback
First published September 1, 2008
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S.T. Underdahl
5 books10 followersFull name: Susan Thompson Underdahl
Occupation: Writer, neuropsychologist, mom of six
Occupation: Writer, neuropsychologist, mom of six
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Displaying 1 - 8 of 8 reviews
October 10, 2008
Reviewed by Randstostipher "tallnlankyrn" Nguyen for TeensReadToo.com
You would never think that someone you love would end up with Alzheimer's or dementia. But when it strikes them, you hope and pray that their case will not be as bad as the ones you have heard of before.
For Lucy Kellogg, that is exactly how she felt. When she first heard that her grandmother showed signs of Alzheimer's, she couldn't believe it. How is it that someone so poised and cultured could end up with this disease? Doubtful at first that Grandma Lucy even had the symptoms of Alzheimer's, Lucy's parents decide to move her in with them. As the time spent together with Grandma Lucy continued, signs were looming over the family, and yet they still weren't too sure or convinced. Or they just didn't want to believe it.
Lucy has even more problems she has to worry about. Her best friend, Sukie, made the cheerleading squad, which was part of her plan for the two of them to become popular. Since Lucy didn't make it, Sukie has less time to spend with her, and more time with her new batch of friends. If that doesn't put a strain on their friendship, the new guy at work just so happens to be the one who broke Sukie's heart a couple of years ago. And he seems pretty interested in Lucy, even though he is completely off-limits.
Her life was perfect before, but now everything is changing. Can Lucy take it all in stride, or will it be too much for her? Lucy knows she has to be strong for her family, but that's easier said then done.
Underdahl creates a gripping and poignant novel that centers around a girl who slowly becomes the heroine we all look up to. The emotions and actions of a family who has just found out that their loved one could possibly have Alzheimer's is accurately portrayed. Readers will ultimately REMEMBER THIS.
You would never think that someone you love would end up with Alzheimer's or dementia. But when it strikes them, you hope and pray that their case will not be as bad as the ones you have heard of before.
For Lucy Kellogg, that is exactly how she felt. When she first heard that her grandmother showed signs of Alzheimer's, she couldn't believe it. How is it that someone so poised and cultured could end up with this disease? Doubtful at first that Grandma Lucy even had the symptoms of Alzheimer's, Lucy's parents decide to move her in with them. As the time spent together with Grandma Lucy continued, signs were looming over the family, and yet they still weren't too sure or convinced. Or they just didn't want to believe it.
Lucy has even more problems she has to worry about. Her best friend, Sukie, made the cheerleading squad, which was part of her plan for the two of them to become popular. Since Lucy didn't make it, Sukie has less time to spend with her, and more time with her new batch of friends. If that doesn't put a strain on their friendship, the new guy at work just so happens to be the one who broke Sukie's heart a couple of years ago. And he seems pretty interested in Lucy, even though he is completely off-limits.
Her life was perfect before, but now everything is changing. Can Lucy take it all in stride, or will it be too much for her? Lucy knows she has to be strong for her family, but that's easier said then done.
Underdahl creates a gripping and poignant novel that centers around a girl who slowly becomes the heroine we all look up to. The emotions and actions of a family who has just found out that their loved one could possibly have Alzheimer's is accurately portrayed. Readers will ultimately REMEMBER THIS.
January 5, 2011
Remember This weaves together the two stories of Nana Lucy, who faces Alzheimer's and begins losing her mind, and her granddaughter Lucy, who is learning to deal with the changes and responsibilities of growing up.
Overall, the book was touching and the characters believable, but the story itself fell somewhat flat. Character development seems somewhat limited and the motives of characters (especially Jayce) aren't really explained. A good read to pass the time, but not necessarily anything I'd recommend to a friend.
Overall, the book was touching and the characters believable, but the story itself fell somewhat flat. Character development seems somewhat limited and the motives of characters (especially Jayce) aren't really explained. A good read to pass the time, but not necessarily anything I'd recommend to a friend.
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February 27, 2016Teenage Lucy looks forward, with her friend Sukie, to being more popular in school next year. When Sukie makes cheerleader and Lucy doesn't, their best friend status falls apart. To top it off, Lucy starts dating a boy whom Sukie despises. Then something happens that's even worse. Nana Lucy, Lucy's grandmother, comes to live with them and is diagnosed with Alzheimer's. The events that follow bring the friends back together and give Lucy a new direction in life.
September 21, 2008
Super new YA title with strong female protagonist who deals with friendship, first love, and loss. Very informative about dementia, in particular Alzheimer's. Check an upcoming issue of VOYA for my full review.
March 19, 2010
Young adult fiction isn't my thing but I enjoyed reading this and Underdahl's other book, The Other Sister. I especially enjoyed the author's sense of humor, and she does tension well. Also the pace was just right. A good read.
July 20, 2012
Nice, safe, quick, engaging, good. While it didn't personally light my fire in terms of plot, I want to push it on every parent of a preteen looking for something they can feel good about giving their daughter to read.
November 14, 2019
The book dealt very well with Alzheimer's as a topic, though I didn't really like the characters.
January 23, 2013
Horrible, with a lot of technical errors. Won't even go to the details of how much this bored me.
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