The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold

The Lovely Bones is a beautifully written and incredible tale of grief and acceptance. The story is told through the eyes and memories of the now dead and murdered Susie Salmon (fourteen). Susie allows us to travel the paths of her family, friends and killer following this cataclysmic event. The narrative is quietly humorous throughout its sadness and the murder which is, in fact, just background to the story, is told in a way that avoids the feeling of horror without glossing over the facts. This enthralling and moving tale is a truly astonishing read.