A poignant tale of friendship in 1969, as Lucas finds solace with two dogs and a haunted woman named Zoe.
A poignant tale of friendship in 1969, as Lucas finds solace with two dogs and a haunted woman named Zoe.
An unforgettable novel about the power of friendship and kindness by the New York Times bestselling author of Pay It Forward. In the summer of 1969, fourteen-year-old Lucas Painter carries a huge weight on his shoulders. His brother is fighting in Vietnam. His embattled parents are locked in a never-ending war. And his best friend, Connor, is struggling with his own family issues. To find relief from the chaos, Lucas takes long, meandering walks, and one day he veers into the woods. There he dis...
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No fantasy magic or witchcraft depicted.
No real-world occult content depicted.
Minor references to Vietnam War era context.
Themes of despair and giving up implied in Zoe's character.
Emotional suffering and family conflict are central themes.
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