Missy

"Missy" by Dana Gatlin is a story about growing up at the turn of the century. It follows a young girl named Melissa, called Missy, as she learns about life and faith. As Missy grows, she deals with new feelings and figuring out what's expected of her. One day, Missy feels close to something magical in church, but when she shares this, her cousin makes fun of her. The story shows Missy's thoughts and feelings as she tries to makes sense of love, family, and her place in the world around her.