A Million Miles From Boston by Karen Day

Staying at the point has been a comforting retreat in Lucy's life since the death of her mother.  But now she has a boy she doesn't like living close to her summer home and her Dad's getting too fond of his physical therapist.  She hates it!


Wendy Lamb Books has published this book and sent me a copy for review (thank you).  It's currently on sale at your local bookstore.


Lucy doesn't want to forget her mother and doesn't want to change.  Unfortunately, the only constant in life is change.  They are changing some of the buildings on the point, her Dad is getting serious about Julia, and the boy from school who bugs her now lives on the point during the summer, too.


As Lucy begins to mature and starts to understand that maybe Ian isn't as bad he seems, that there can be compromises in life, and that you can save your memories even if things change, she comes of age this summer.


Ms. Day writes a solid story with teenage angst apparent but not overwhelming.  Ian's family has something to do with how he behaves and Lucy learns that this summer.  She also learns you can open your heart to another without losing the one you've loved and lost.


This is written for ages 8-12.  I think any middle schooler would enjoy this read.  Why not pick up a copy and share it with them?


Happy reading.