Words of Stone — Kevin Henkes

Until they met each other, Blaze and Joselle didn't know how difficult friendship could be....

Ten-year-old Blaze Werla spends the summer days alone, exploring the countryside around his home. Then one day a devastating message appears on the side of the hill he can see from his window, and it is obviously meant for him. Is someone trying to scare him, or is it just a cruel game? Blaze doesn't know what to think. Then strong-willed Joselle Stark bursts into his life. Blaze thinks she's the most exciting person he's ever met, but is their friendship going to hurt him even more?