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When Rob Horton, a twelve‑year‑old boy in Florida, stumbles upon a large tiger locked in a cage while walking through the misty woods, his ordinary day turns extraordinary. That same morning he also crosses paths with Sistine Bailey, a shy girl who dispenses her emotions openly while he keeps his feelings close. As they navigate their differences and begin to trust one another, their bond teaches that true hearts—whether human or animal—cannot be permanently restrained. Through their friendship, Rob and Sistine learn to face grief, loneliness, and the power of memory.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Kate DiCamillo
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