But Holden is an eighteen-year-old with autism. Includes a reading group guide and a letter to readers from the author.Bestselling author Karen Kingsbury reminds us that before you take a stand, you’ve got to take a chance.ĭespite his quiet ways and quirky behaviors, Holden Harris is very happy and socially engaged-on the inside, in a private world all his own. This contemporary, inspirational read is a standalone novel.
But will Holden’s praying mother, Ella, and a cast of theater kids be enough to unlock the prison that contains Holden? This time friendship, faith, and the power of a song must be strong enough to open the doors to the miracle Holden needs. Including her boyfriend, Jake.Įlla believes miracles can happen in the most unlikely places and that just maybe an entire community might celebrate from the sidelines.
Frustrated by the way Holden is bullied and horrified at the indifference of her peers, Ella decides to take a stand against the most privileged and popular kids at school. Then Ella makes a dramatic discovery-she and Holden were best friends as children. When she catches Holden listening to her rehearse for the school play, she is drawn to him. A cheerleader and star of the high school drama production, her life seems perfect. Every day he is bullied at school by kids who only see that he is very different.Įlla Reynolds is part of the in-crowd. Will friendship, faith, and the power of song be enough to unlock the miracle that Holden needs? Bestselling author Karen Kingsbury reminds us that before you take a stand, you’ve got to take a chance.ĭespite his quiet ways and quirky behaviors, Holden Harris is very happy and socially engaged-on the inside, in a private world all his own. Ella Reynolds, star of the school play, takes an interest in Holden after she catches him listening to her rehearse for the school play. Holden Harris is locked in a prison of autism, bullied by kids who don’t understand his quiet, quirky ways.
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