“Powerful and smartly written, Ward explores the intricate workings of family life with a compassionate touch and unflinching honesty. You’ll root for the characters in this memorable novel long after you’ve turned the last page.”
—Lisa Duffy, author of The Salt House and This is Home
“Sandi Ward’s elegant writing and deft, unconventional narration masterfully weave together in this sensitive and nuanced tale of a fractured family. Lily, the family cat, is an endearing, observant narrator whose perspective cuts to the core, showing the truth through rich, delicately wrought details, which are often fresh and textural. At times heartwarming, at times bittersweet, Something Worth Saving is a delight to savor reading.”
—Meghan Masterson, author of The Wardrobe Mistress
“Something Worth Saving covertly, cleverly, perceptively, and earnestly tells the story of a family unit facing drama on all fronts. Intriguing and thought provoking!”
—Jenni L. Walsh, author of Side by Side
“The family pets see so much more than anyone realizes in this family drama. Narrator Lily may be a cat,but she is fiercely loyal to her humans, especially teenaged Charlie, the youngest member of the Potter clan, who picked her himself from the shelter. She knows someone is hurting Charlie but has no idea who would do such a thing. Life has been unpredictable for the Potters ever since mom asked dad to move out, and Lily can only watch as the family unravels. Lily wants to be a hero and help defend her family from the threats that seem to be everywhere—bullies, bad boyfriends, and their own fighting—but she is just a cat, and things aren’t that easy. When a new handyman arrives on the scene, it might be the start of even more problems, or it might just end up being the thing that they all needed. Told with empathy and hope, this would be a perfect gift for cat lovers or anyone who enjoys a fresh take on the family drama.”
—Booklist
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