The Fort

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From the bestselling author of RESTART comes a gripping tale of friendship and resilience. After Hurricane Leo devastates Canaan, four eighth-graders—Evan, Jason, Mitchell, and CJ—set out to explore the destruction. They are surprised when Evan brings along Ricky, a newcomer without friends. While exploring, Ricky discovers a trap door leading to an abandoned bomb shelter, unearthed by the storm. Inside, the boys find a hidden haven with electricity, food, and entertainment, and they agree to keep it a secret. However, tensions rise as local troublemakers begin to snoop around. What initially serves as a fun escape transforms into a vital refuge for one of the boys, who is fleeing an abusive home. To protect their sanctuary, the friends must maintain its secrecy, but to truly support one another, they must confront and share their own hidden struggles. This journey of camaraderie challenges them to reveal their secrets and ultimately strengthens their bond, illustrating that true friendship is built on trust and vulnerability.