Catherine, the main character of this book, has a younger brother who is autistic. I really liked this book because of how it showed relationships between those with disabilities and those without. I wish there were more kids (and adults) out there like Catherine. Part of what you read about in this book are those who are mean to individuals with disabilities. Sometimes I think people forget that everyone has feelings that can be hurt and that everyone has a desire to be liked and valued. I think Catherine is a believable character. She doesn't think everything is just wonderful. She struggles with what people think of her, always having to be the responsible one, etc.
Topics: autism, peer relations, disabilities, family issues, friendship, loyalty
Genre: realistic fiction
Mrs. Beckwith's rating: 5 of 5
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