Orbiting Jupiter by Gary D. Schmidt (author) (UK edition)

A heartbreaking story, narrated by twelve-year-old Jack, whose family is caring for a broken teen called Joseph.

Joseph is misunderstood. He was incarcerated for trying to kill a teacher. Or so the rumours say. But Jack and his family see something others in town don’t want to. What’s more, Joseph has a daughter he’s never seen. So the two boys go on a journey through the bitter Maine winter to help Joseph find his baby – no matter the cost.

Longlisted for the Carnegie Medal.

‘Be prepared to be moved’ Telegraph
‘A tone and directness reminiscent of John Steinbeck’ Sunday Times, Children’s Book of the Week

Cover illustration by Darya Shnykina.