Newbery Medalist Jerry Spinelli spins a tale of loss and redemption like no other. Cammie O'Reilly is the Warden's daughter, living above the entrance to the Hancock County Prison. She's also living in a prison of grief for the mother who died when she was just a baby. Of the mother-figures in her life, one will make a staggering sacrifice to ensure that Cammie breaks free from her past. 10+
A story about facing hard truths and growing up.