Forgetting Places

A young boy embarks on a poignant journey to uncover the reasons behind his brother's suicide, navigating the emotional landscape of grief and loss in the 1980s. The story blends humor and irony as he travels from Kansas to California and returns to the Starry Havens cemetery, exploring themes of connection and understanding in a pre-digital world. Recognized with the Iowa University's "Outstanding Book of the Year" Award, this novel stands out as one of S.P. Somtow's notable contributions to young adult literature.