About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their child is experiencing a sudden, destabilizing life transition or feeling the heavy weight of a family secret. It is a powerful resource for children dealing with the shame of an incarcerated parent or the isolation of the foster care system. The story follows David, a boy from a wealthy background whose world shatters when his father is arrested for embezzlement, forcing David into a group home and then a foster family in a starkly different neighborhood. David must navigate a new school, the loss of his social status, and the complex reality of his father's actions. Appropriate for ages 8 to 12, this book serves as a mirror for children in similar crises and a window for others to develop empathy for those whose lives have been upended by circumstances beyond their control.
