Book Description 

JoJo hopes for the best when she and her mother move to a new town after her father's death. But girls she wants to befriend treat her with unkindness at the new school. Loneliness and dirty tricks drag her into a pool of grief and depression.

Each chapter begins with a saying of JoJo's dad. These and her willingness to confide in and ask advice of others worthy of respect provide stepping stones through a worsening situation. 

Ultimately, JoJo's decision to live her Christian faith enables her to call on God during a scary encounter. 

Book Excerpt

Letter from Dad

My Dearest JoJo,

You know I love you. Ever since you were a baby I've held you in one arm and the Bible in the other, longing and praying for you to choose Jesus as your Savior and Lord.

I left notes for you. You know my handwriting. Pay attention. Life is bumpy, not smooth. You don't always get what you want. But God is still good.

Be gentle with Mom. She hurts, too.

I will always love you.

Most importantly, Jesus is the way. Walk with him. Compared with eternity, life doesn't last long even for someone who lives to be 100.

Stand tall. Pray for wisdom. Find your purpose and live it well. Love God with everything you've got.

Love forever,

Dad