Caleb and Kit - Beth Vrabel

Twelve-year-old Caleb wants to take charge of his life. That’s not easy for someone with cystic fibrosis, a perfect older brother, divorced parents, and a best friend who is moving on. When Caleb and Kit (Running Press, $16.99) meet in the woods behind Caleb’s home, the free-spirited but mysterious Kit convinces her new friend to skip summer camp and spend the rest of vacation doing whatever they want. But Caleb soon realizes that Kit has her own problems and secrets, and that sometimes her games are dangerous. Beth Vrabel’s authentic characters and deft handling of difficult topics make for a compelling and heartfelt story. Ages 9-12.