The Terrible Orchid Sky — Anne Schraff

Ken Talbot heads to Florida--where his real father lives--when he flunks out of college in Detroit. He hasn't seen the man in years. What will their reunion be like? But with a Category 5 hurricane heading their way, will he ever get the chance to find out?

Written specifically for struggling readers to explore genres, like mysteries and science fiction, these fast-paced books hold student interest until the last page. Questions at the end of each title promote cognitive development by making students think about vocabulary, comprehension, character, and plot.