Caroline and the Tramp — Helen Harrison

Caroline, from "Caroline and The Three Trees," still lives beside the same beautiful wood. She is now eleven-and-a-half years old and her admiration of nature is as strong as ever. After befriending a tramp in the woods, her loyalty is tested as she is asked to keep his whereabouts a secret. Caroline's best friend Amy faces the challenge of sharing her beloved Aunt with a foster girl for a couple of weeks. Amy struggles to find something likable about the girl, causing feelings to get hurt along the way. The story of Josie, the foster girl, is brought vividly to life through Caroline and Amy's eyes as they get to know her. The girl with more than a touch of attitude reveals her true self in an unexpected way. Right from the beginning, the story will bring the reader on an emotional journey, with touches of humor and rich descriptions of characters, full of life. Can a simple tramp offer the three girls anything of value? A tale of moral dilemmas and a smear of magic will make this story come alive for young readers.