Books like Skate by Michael B. Harmon
Ian McDermott faces a disintegrating family and turmoil in school. Determined to escape the chaos, he and his younger brother embark on a runaway journey to Washington State, hoping to find security, seek justice, and reunite with their long‑absent father.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Michael B. Harmon
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