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Fourteen-year-old Henry, wishing to honor his brother Franklin's dying wish, sets out to hike Maine's Mount Katahdin with his best friend and dog, but fate adds another companion, the Cambodian refugee accused of fatally injuring Franklin.
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On a mission to honor his brother's dying wish, fourteen-year-old Henry hits the trail of Maine's tallest mountain with an unlikely crew: his best friend, his dog, and the Cambodian refugee everyone blames for Franklin's death, creating a journey where trust must be earned and secrets slowly unravel. Readers will root for the tense but tender dynamic between Henry and the quiet refugee as they navigate rugged terrain, personal grief, and the burning question of whether forgiveness is possible when everyone around them has already decided guilt. If your kid loves the emotional depth and unlikely friendships in "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio, they'll devour this trailblazing tale of healing and second chances. Perfect for kids in grades 6 through 9 who crave stories with real heart and high stakes.