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Name: How to Build a House
Author: Dana Reinhardt

📘 How to Build a House by Dana Reinhardt

Harper's parents are divorcing, and the loss of her stepsister Tess makes the split even harder. Seeking escape, she signs up for a volunteer program to build a house for a tornado‑victim family in Tennessee. Though she knows little about construction, Harper endures long days, scorching heat, and the quirky camaraderie of young volunteers from across the country. At the site, she works closely with Teddy, the son of the family they are helping. Their partnership develops into a summer romance that forces Harper to trust and open her heart, marking the first step toward mending her fragmented family life.

First publish date: 2008

Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Contemporary Fiction

Authors: Dana Reinhardt

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