Books like Cages by Peg Kehret
Kit’s dream of becoming a star is derailed when she loses a coveted acting role and then faces a heated conflict with her alcoholic stepfather. The situation escalates when she is arrested for shoplifting, and her judge assigns her community service at a local animal shelter. Through bringing up the animals and learning to care for them, Kit discovers new purpose and the strength to confront her family's challenges. The novel explores the interplay of personal responsibility, family ties, and compassion for animals, while shedding light on the difficult realities of stepfamily dynamics and addiction.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Peg Kehret
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