Orbiting Jupiter
By Gary D. Schmidt
The two-time Newbery Honor winner Gary D. Schmidt delivers the shattering story of Joseph, a father at thirteen, who has never seen his daughter, Jupiter. After spending time in a juvenile facility, he's placed with a foster family on a farm in rural Maine. Here Joseph, damaged and withdrawn, meets twelve-year-old Jack, who narrates the account of the troubled, passionate teen who wants to find his baby at any cost. In this riveting novel, two boys discover the true meaning of family and the sacrifices it requires. ~From the library catalog
What I thought: This book was devastating. If you are looking for a book to make you sad, this one's for you. It was incredibly well written and a quick read. Several times while reading the end, I gasped. I recommend this to fans of realistic fiction, quick reads, and those wanting a book that makes them sad.
~Mrs. Leffel
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