All That It Ever Meant

Exceptional and surprising... The story is rich in philosophical reflection, characterisation and a sense of place... This book will linger in the mind * Sunday Times, Children's Book of the Week *
‘Full of captivating characters, this title delivers a nuanced story of grief, love and family.’ * The Bookseller *
'Sensitive and beautiful, All That It Ever Meant is a lyrical and compelling observation of family, grief, and love.' -- Clara Kumagai, author of Catfish Rolling
'A stunning, heartbreaking twist at the end will have readers turning back the pages to immediately reread this remarkable novel. An inventive, exquisitely written story of family, love, and loss.' * Kirkus, starred review *
A unique road-trip novel of grief and cultural discovery... All That It Ever Meant is a clever, heartfelt tale that will appeal to confident older readers and fans of Elizabeth Acevedo and Angie Thomas * School Reading List *
A beautifully written meditation on love and loss, as well as identity and the complexities of immigrant life * The Bookseller, Editor's Choice *
‘Musariri explores belonging, grief, and love in this powerful homage to family set against an intricately detailed backdrop.’ * Publishers Weekly, Starred Review *
‘A gorgeous, richly rewarding novel for thoughtful readers.’ * School Library Journal, Starred Review *
'Musariri spins a tale with characters and narrative so interesting that rereading this brief outing is a near certainty; hand this to teens eager to delve into the difficult (and sometimes darkly humorous) parts of life.' * Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books *
At once subtle and powerful, this speaks to truths of the human heart with beauty and a pitch-perfect voice * LoveReading4Kids, Debut of the Month *
A stunning novel… The complexities of human nature, relationships and emotions are all sensitively explored in this beautifully written, cleverly constructed and gripping story * Through the Bookshelf *