What Jamie Saw

What Jamie Saw

Author: Carolyn Coman

Cover Artist: Carolyn Coman
Genre: Fiction

Subgenre: Realistic Fiction
Primary Characters: Jamie, Nin, and Patty

Secondary Characters: Van, Earl, and Mrs. Desrochers

Publications: Front Street 1995

Awards: Newbery Honor 1995

Theme: Inner strength can help one overcome any tragedy or obstacle that one experiences.

Summary: When Jamie saw his younger half-sister get thrown across the room by his mother's boyfriend, his world was turned upside down. His mother grabbed the children and some of their belongings and fled to her friend, Earl's, house. They move into a trailer behind his house, and stick together like glue. They live in constant fear and uncertainty. The story tells of their journey and struggles as they recover from their tragic experience.

In a classroom, this book can be used as an independent reading book.