How to be Luminous
- 304 pages
- 11 hours of reading
A teen artist loses her ability to see colour when her mother mysteriously disappears in this story of grief and healing reminiscent of Jandy Nelson.
Harriet Reuter Hapgood writes for young adults, her work stemming from a deep affection for the genre. Her narratives often explore themes that resonate strongly with adolescent readers, capturing the essence of their experiences. She is dedicated to crafting compelling YA fiction, continuing to build upon her established presence in the field. Her distinctive voice offers engaging stories tailored for a younger audience.


A teen artist loses her ability to see colour when her mother mysteriously disappears in this story of grief and healing reminiscent of Jandy Nelson.
Last summer, Gottie's life fell apart. Her beloved grandfather Grey died and Jason, the boy to whom she lost her heart wouldn't even hold her hand at the funeral. This summer, still reeling from twin heartbreaks, Gottie is lost and alone and burying herself in equations. Until, after five years absence, Thomas comes home: former boy next door. Former best friend. Former everything. And as life turns upside down again she starts to experience strange blips in time - back to last summer, back to what she should have seen then.