Surviving Bessie oleh Jody Overend

1972, Ravenspond, Canada. At only 15 years old, Bessie has to endure the worst experience imaginable: the sudden loss of her best friend Ash and her boyfriend Jason in a tragic accident.

Worst of all, Bessie feels responsible for the tragedy. How is she supposed to go on living with all this grief and guilt? At times, she thinks it would be better if she didn't.

But somehow, with the help of Angel Mel, her loving family, and unexpected new friendships, she is able to find her inner strength... And she discovers that even after all the rain, there will be sunshine.