The Life and Times of Lucas McGilley — Suzanne D. Williams

The second of eight boys, Lucas McGilley spent his youth pulling pranks. Yet growing up comes hard, and he's learned his lesson. Or so he thinks.

Then Iris Willow shows up for the summer, and along comes love, strife, and a terrible family secret. He needs her now, more than he's ever thought possible.

But can he convince her to stay, or will she catch the train and be gone forever?