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When a new classmate Buddy stops speaking due to the sudden death of his mother, fifth grader Sam tries to befriend him and risks destroying his relationship with his best friend Alex. As Sam delves deeper into Buddy's life, he uncovers hidden secrets that challenge their friendship and force him to confront his own grief. With the help of school guidance, Sam learns to accept and embrace his feelings while coming to terms with the loss.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Marc Kornblatt
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