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Blaze, a ten‑year‑old boy, struggles to cope with a lifetime of fears and the absence of his mother, a loss that haunts every day. His quiet life is turned on its head when he encounters Joselle, a spirited and engaging girl who quickly becomes his greatest confidante and source of courage. Together they learn that friendship can bring light to the darkest worries, offering a path through grief and self‑doubt toward healing and new possibilities.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Kevin Henkes
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