A Question of Trust

Brad's parents have recently separated, and his mom has moved into an apartment. The separation is very painful for Brad and his younger brother Charle. When a stray cat gives birth to two kittens in their backyard shed, it is an opportunity for Brad to show how he can be responsible. When one of the kittens dies, Brad makes several poor decisions, and soon is in over his head. Will anyone, animal or human, trust him now? With the storytelling skills of Marion Dane Bauer behind it, this is an excellent story on the theme of trust and responsibility. It was a finalist for the Minnesota Book Award in 1995.