Jack lives an old-fashioned, quiet life on a farm in a small town. When he finds out his parents are fostering a teen who has been to prison and has a history of violent outbursts, he isn't sure what to think. The first sign Jack has that Joseph is more than his past is that the cows trust him. The more Jack learns about Joseph's life, the more Jack wants to help. The only thing Joseph really seems to care about is meeting his new-born daughter. Jack could never have anticipated the heartache and sacrifices that Joseph's path would require.
Get out your tissue boxes because just one may not last you with this novel. There's so many well-meaning people trying their hardest to do good in such heart-breaking circumstances. I appreciate that there's no candy-coating or easy outs. Despite the tragic ending, this book still managed to leave me hopeful thanks to the many inspiring characters in its pages.
Orbiting Jupiter by Gary D. Schmidt
Erica's Picks
6th & up
Tags: Character Driven, Contemporary Fiction, Family Life, Issues Fiction, Tear Jerker
Get out your tissue boxes because just one may not last you with this novel. There's so many well-meaning people trying their hardest to do good in such heart-breaking circumstances. I appreciate that there's no candy-coating or easy outs. Despite the tragic ending, this book still managed to leave me hopeful thanks to the many inspiring characters in its pages.
Orbiting Jupiter by Gary D. Schmidt
Erica's Picks
6th & up
Tags: Character Driven, Contemporary Fiction, Family Life, Issues Fiction, Tear Jerker
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