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The Circle Stays Unbroken tells the story of Eli and his brother Sammy, growing up in the Northwoods of Wisconsin, where loons call across the lake and family isn't always what you expect. When their father returns home after time away in prison, Eli hopes for a fresh start-a chance to rebuild the family circle that addiction and absence have stretched thin. But healing proves to be complicated. Their father's struggles with addiction and mental health cast long shadows over their lives, creating silence where there should be conversation and cracks where there should be support. Through Eli's eyes, readers witness the everyday challenges of navigating love and loss, confusion and resilience, as the family grapples with brokenness and the slow, messy path toward recovery. Eli and Sammy's world is shaped by the natural beauty and traditions of their Ojibwe heritage, with their stepfather Clayton introducing stories of circles, loons, and the land-symbols of connection and endurance. These stories offer a quiet strength amid the turmoil, reminding them that even broken pieces can let the light in. Inspired by real experiences from the author's family and her own journey through addiction and recovery, The Circle Stays Unbroken is a compassionate exploration of family in all its imperfect forms. It's a story for children and adults alike-those who live with addiction in their homes, those who want to understand it, and anyone who believes in the power of love to hold a family together, no matter how fragile the circle may seem.

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