Synopses & Reviews
Twelve-year-old Hana is anticipating a miserable summer, but when she discovers her favorite teacher, Mr. Crane--David--sitting alone on the beach, things suddenly start to get much better. Mr. Crane has come to Cape Cod to decide whether he should return to teaching in the fall. And, much to Hana's surprise, the young teacher actually values her opinion. Accustomed to being treated like a baby by her family, Hana blooms in the warmth of Mr. Crane's attention. But when her mother misinterprets her relationship with David Crane, Hana is forced to stand up for herself while dealing with her own strong and confusing feelings--a struggle that pays off in unexpected ways.
Review
"bittersweet narrative...readers will be eager to share both the pain and the pleasure of Hana's first (not just a) crush." SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL Horn Book
Synopsis
When twelve-year-old Hana meets her favorite teacher on Cape Cod, she must wrestle with her family's misconceptions about their friendship.
About the Author
C. S. Adler is the author of many novels for young readers, including the recent One Unhappy Horse and Winning. She lives on Cape Cod and in Arizona.