"The Things a Brother Knows" by Dana Reinhardt follows the story of Levi, a teenager grappling with the return of his older brother, Boaz, from military service in Iraq. Boaz is changed by his experiences, and their once-close relationship now feels strained and distant. As Levi navigates the challenges of adolescence and the complexities of family dynamics, he strives to understand the secrets Boaz carries and the impact of war on his brother's psyche. Through this journey, the themes of brotherhood, loyalty, and the quest for understanding are beautifully explored, highlighting the emotional bonds that tie family members together. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is part of a book series called Playaway Young Adult .

This book is aimed at children at US 9th grade+.

This book has been graded for interest at 14 years.

There are 256 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2011 by Random House USA Inc .

Dana Reinhardt worked in a New York publishing house and studied law before spending six years working on documentaries. A Brief Chapter in My Impossible Life is her first book. Dana lives in Los Angeles, USA.