Lock and Key by Sarah Dessen

If you've never read one of Sarah Dessen's, novels you're missing out. I've only read a couple but it's always a pleasure. Her young adult lit touches on themes that we can all relate to regardless of our age.

Lock and Key is the story of a girl, Ruby, who comes from a broken home. Her father left when she was little, her sister moved out when she turned 18, and her mom left her at home right after Ruby turned 17. Ruby lives home alone for about two months before her landlords figure it out and send her to live with her sister (the same one who moved out at 18). Ruby's life is turned upside down as she is moved from a roach and alcohol ridden home to one where her brother-in-law gives her the benefit of the doubt and she has a pretty bed and her own window. Not to mention the cute boy who lives next door. 

Lock and Key is more than just a story about a teenage girl learning to adjust to changes, it's a book about a teenage girl learning how hard it can be to allow others in and how to help those you care about who don't want your help. This book really struck a note with me because we've all been there - that place where you want to help someone you care about but just don't know how. 4 stars.

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