The story: Caitlin lives in the US and life is good. Martin lives in Zimbabwe, and life stinks (although he doesn't exactly know it--it's just the way things are). A pen-pal letter from Caitlin changes both of their lives in ways they could never have foreseen, proving that one small action really can have far-reaching consequences, and that one small person really can make a huge difference.
June Cleaver's ratings: Language PG; Violence PG; Sexual content G; Nudity PG; substance abuse PG-13; magic & the occult G; GLBT content G; adult themes (extreme poverty, racial and political unrest) PG-13; overall rating PG.
Liz's comments: This book has a truly powerful message--that one person, trying to do the right thing, can make a huge difference--as well as shedding light on how people live in other places. The only drawback is its length: most MS readers aren't going to be willing to spend three months reading a book where there's no kissing (for girls) or explosions (for boys). Nonetheless, sold to the right reader, this true story could have a real impact on the social consciousness of an up-and-coming NGO operative.
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