About This Book
Reach for this book when your child feels like a misfit or is struggling to find their place in a world that seems to demand conformity. Set in the 1930s Maine wilderness, it follows Sis, a twelve year old Abenaki orphan, and an aging ex-convict who has retreated from society. Together, they form a makeshift family built on survival skills and mutual respect. This is a quiet, atmospheric story about the dignity found in independence and the healing power of cross generational friendship. It explores themes of cultural identity, the harshness of poverty, and the beauty of the natural world. It is a wonderful choice for middle schoolers who appreciate slower, more reflective stories about resilience and the meaning of home beyond four walls.
