Meet Jake who lives in a neighborhood controlled by street violence and fear. He meets a sculptor across the street, and his eyes are opened to another world. Or Jojo,who's closer to her three dogs than to her foster family. When Jojo tries to help another girl who needs a friend, the dogs know what to do. Or Jamie, Erik, and Grandpa, who make up an unusual family.---from the publisher
176 pages 9780385746847 Ages 13 and up
Keywords: short stories, neighborhood, violence, fear, artist, dogs, foster family, friends, friendship, abuse, survival, 13 year old, 14 year old, 15 year old, social issues
