Following the success of The Shell House, Linda Newbery once again showcases her brilliance in blending issues into a completely satisfying and sensitively crafted novella. Hilly's German grandmother, HeidiGran, comes to stay with her family after being diagnosed with Alzheimer's. As her mind becomes increasingly confused, secrets from her memories during the Second World War begin to emerge. Why does HeidiGran constantly talk about a girl named Rachel? And why does she make racist comments about Hilly's friend, Reuben? As Hilly tries to cope with revelations about her family's past, she faces racism and prejudice when a friend becomes the victim of a senseless attack. She also falls in love for the first time. This is a marvelous reflective novella that explores the recurring prejudices affecting every generation.