About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is stepping into their first leadership role, such as a counselor-in-training or a babysitter, and feels a mix of excitement and anxiety about being 'the adult in the room.' It is a classic summer camp mystery that focuses on 14-year-old Kate Clancy as she balances the fun of camp life with the serious responsibility of keeping her campers safe during a series of unsettling events. The story explores themes of self-confidence, trust, and the weight of accountability. While there are moments of suspense involving a thief and a local legend, the tone remains grounded and realistic for the middle school audience. It is an excellent choice for normalizing the 'imposter syndrome' many young teens feel when they first have to trust their own instincts against peer pressure or authority figures.
