Silent to the Bone is by E.L. Konigsburg. An engrossing realistic fiction tale of friendship, shame, and family. Connor's best friend Branwell is in a juvenile behavioral facility charged with hurting his infant step-sister Nikki, who is in a coma. Branwell refuses to speak and his father asks Connor to see if he can get through to him. Connor refuses to believe his friend is capable of hurting Nikki, but will he be able to break through Branwell's silence and discover the truth? Heartbreaking and powerful, this tale of friendship and love is a must read.
Ratings: 9th grade - 8 out of 10 - AC (some mature thematic content).
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