The Bolt Hole Author:Lyn Clark When eleven-year-old Dutch DuValle discovers a strange young boy sheltering in her play house, it would be natural for her to inform her landlady, report him to her older sister, or notify the police. She does none of these. Instead--with the help of her friend Ridley--she hides the child, even as a state-wide search is narrowing its focus to he... more »r village. Dutch's determination to save the child from being "thrown away like so much trash" will have far-reaching consequences for all concerned: Her sister, the mysterious "Tan Man", and her spinster land lady all have something to hide that they will be forced to confront as events spiral out of control. Set in a small New England village during the last dog days of summer, it is a story of courage, tenacity, and, ultimately for all, new beginnings. The narrative is told through the eyes of a fifty-five-year-old teacher at a crossroads in her life, and a young girl facing serious life changes of her own. This fast moving story is sure to make you both laugh and cry. (Appropriate reading for both adults and teenagers.)« less