Where is the three little words???

 Are you ready for a heartwarming tale of family, healing, and love? Well, look elsewhere because "Three Little Words" is not that book. Instead, it's a dark and brooding novel about Sid, a sixteen-year-old foster kid with a talent for sketching and a preference for black T-shirts.

Sid's life on a peaceful British Columbia island revolves around his best friend Chloe, his foster siblings, and his sketchbooks. But when he shares his private drawings with Fariza, a mute and traumatized foster child, he discovers a new way to heal and connect with others. However, Sid's fragile world shatters when he learns he has a half-brother, Wain (Gawain), who's gone missing in Victoria. Suddenly, Sid finds himself in the middle of a search-and-rescue mission with Phil, his mother's friend, and an unlikely ally.

If you're expecting a heart-pounding thriller with car chases and shootouts, you'll be disappointed. The search for Wain is more like a leisurely stroll through Victoria's picturesque streets, interrupted by the occasional phone call or clue. But that's not to say the novel lacks tension or conflict. On the contrary, "Three Little Words" is a masterclass in passive-aggressive behavior, emotional manipulation, and unresolved trauma.

As Sid delves deeper into his family's secrets, he realizes that some wounds never heal, and some people are beyond redemption. His mother, Devi, is a bipolar wreck who abandoned him at a young age, leaving him with scars that still ache. His foster parents, Caleb and Megan, are well-meaning but clueless about the challenges of raising a transracial family. And Wain, his half-brother, is a moody and defensive kid who resents Sid's intrusion into his life.

Despite the heavy themes, "Three Little Words" has its moments of levity and humor. Sid's deadpan wit and dry observations provide a welcome relief from the bleakness of his situation. His interactions with Chloe, Fariza, and Phil are touching and genuine, showing his capacity for empathy and kindness. And his sketches, which are sprinkled throughout the book, reveal his artistic talent and his innermost thoughts.

But let's be clear: this is not a feel-good book. It's a book that will make you question the meaning of family, the nature of mental illness, and the limits of forgiveness. It's a book that will make you appreciate the fragility of life and the importance of resilience. And it's a book that will make you want to hug Sid and tell him that everything will be okay, even if you know it won't.

In conclusion, "Three Little Words" is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that will stay with you long after you finish it. It's not a book for everyone, but if you're in the mood for a dark and honest portrayal of family dynamics and the human psyche, give it a try. And who knows, you might even find yourself saying those three little words at the end: "I'm your half-brother."