[amazon 0156035529 inline], by Peter Rock, is the story of a thirteen-year-old girl and her father who live in Forest Park, the enormous nature preserve in Portland, Oregon. There they inhabit an elaborate cave shelter, bathe in a nearby creek, store perishables at the water’s edge, use a makeshift septic system, tend a garden, even keep a library of sorts. Once a week, they go to the city to buy groceries and otherwise merge with the civilized world. But one small mistake allows a backcountry jogger to discover them, which derails their entire existence. Inspired by a true story and told through the startlingly sincere voice of its young narrator, Caroline.
Copies of this compelling story are available at the circulation desk. Borrow one and join the group as they discuss their journey of hope and survival.
Grades 9-12 welcome.
When:
Wednesday, January 11, 2012 - 6:30 p.m.
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978-526-2016
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