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Erick is still a bright and cautious highโschooler, but his world is thrown into turmoil when his secret relationship and his brotherโs devastating illness must stay hidden. As the disease progresses, Erick faces mounting pressure from family, friends, and the school community while grappling with responsibility, love, and the fear of the unknown. The novel explores the challenges of adolescence, illness, and privacy within a family that must learn to adapt together.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: M. E. Kerr
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