Summer and July

From the critically acclaimed author of Train I Ride and Echo’s Sister comes a moving story of friendship between two girls looking for some happiness in a world that can be a little cruel. Twelve-year-old Juillet is preparing for the worst summer ever, staying in Ocean Park, California with her mother who will be working at the local hospital. Juillet is left to fend for herself, distanced from her father and her best friend, Fern. A chance meeting with Summer, a local surfer girl, sparks a new friendship that helps Juillet come out of her shell and confront her fears. As they grow closer, Summer reveals her own painful secret, and Juillet must step up to be the supportive friend Summer needs. Named one of Bank Street College of Education's Best Children’s Books of the Year, this story is perfect for fans of Rebecca Stead, Ali Standish, and Erin Entrada Kelly.