Only Clouds Move the Stars (1998)
Eleven-year-old Maria grapples with grief after losing her younger brother to cancer. Her mother, consumed by sorrow, withdraws emotionally, leaving her father to hold the family together. Amidst this turmoil, Maria encounters Jacob, an exuberant boy her age whose vibrant personality and surprising insight challenge her to re-engage with life. Through their friendship, Jacob helps Maria navigate her pain, encouraging her to confront her emotions and make choices that will shape her future. As Maria begins to heal, she discovers strength and resilience that she didn’t know she had.
