The Warden's Daughter

In "Cammie O'Reilly," Newbery Medalist Jerry Spinelli presents a heartfelt story of a young girl navigating her unique life as the daughter of a prison warden. Although she interacts with inmates and enjoys a degree of acceptance at school, Cammie's world is overshadowed by the absence of her mother, who died for her protection when Cammie was just a baby. As she approaches her thirteenth birthday, Cammie's longing for maternal connection drives her to seek happiness in the unlikeliest of places, making for a moving exploration of grief and resilience.