Here's how it works:
* Narrative 1: The story is told from the perspective of Susie Salmon, a 14-year-old girl who is murdered. She narrates from heaven, looking down on the world and her family.
* Narrative 2: The story is also told from the perspective of Susie's father, who is left behind to deal with the grief and the search for his daughter's killer.
This dual narrative structure allows the reader to experience the story from two very different viewpoints, giving a richer understanding of the tragedy and its impact.
Here are some other examples of dual narrative books:
* "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett: Told from the perspectives of a white Southern woman and two black maids in 1960s Mississippi.
* "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah: Told from the perspectives of two sisters in Nazi-occupied France during World War II.
* "Life After Life" by Kate Atkinson: Told from the perspectives of Ursula Todd, who is reborn multiple times throughout the 20th century.
* "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Told from the perspective of Death, who observes the events surrounding a young girl in Nazi Germany.
These are just a few examples. There are many more dual narrative books out there, offering a unique and engaging reading experience.