What About Will

What About Will by Janet Gurtler follows twelve-year-old Trace Reynolds as his close bond with his older brother changes after Will suffers a traumatic brain injury during a football game. Once his hero, Will becomes a different person, struggling with anger, depression, a facial tic, and pain medication use.

Seventeen months later, the strain on their family leads to their parents' divorce, and Trace begins covering for Will as his behavior worsens. But as things spiral, Trace realizes he can't keep the truth hidden. This emotional story explores family, loyalty, and the challenges of facing addiction and mental health struggles.