About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts noticing that adults can be unfair or when they are struggling to fit into traditional social molds. Set in the 1950s, it follows twelve-year-old Louis, a sensitive boy who prefers quiet hobbies over sports, and his bond with Mr. Forster, a teacher who truly sees his potential. When the community targets Mr. Forster because of his identity, Louis must grapple with the painful reality of prejudice and the loss of a mentor. It is a poignant, realistic look at integrity, the complexities of justice, and the power of a supportive teacher, best suited for mature middle-grade readers ready for deeper conversations about social history.
