Somebody's Someone by Linda Oatman High

Twelve-year-old Ruby Bean has become an Accidental Expert on Missing Mothers.

When her mother, Ruthie, goes missing again due to mental illness and addiction, Ruby and her aunt leap into action to search for Ruthie.

A jewelry store robbery and unexpected kindness from the victim bring more twists to the journey. From Georgia to Washington to New York City, Ruby discovers that sometimes even the worst events can bring the best surprises into one's life, if you keep believing.

Kindle Edition,, 188 pages 

Expected publication March 4, 2025

by One Elm Books

4/5 stars

This 188 page book really packed a punch.  

For 12 year-old Ruby life has been hard given that her mother suffers from mental health issues.  Determined to find her yet again, Rudy along with her aunt begin a search that takes them on a journey that spans many, many miles.

This was a journey with heart that took many detours but along the way help is found in unexpected places.  It was written for a younger audience while dealing with some strong subject matter.  A good opportunity for discussions.

It was illustrated nicely and I'm sure in book form it will be better then on my kindle.

My thanks to One Elm Books (via Netgalley) for a digital arc in exchange for a honest review.